{"product_id":"rainbow-cichlid","title":"Rainbow cichlid (Herotilapia multispinosa)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbow cichlids (\u003cem\u003eHerotilapia multispinosa\u003c\/em\u003e) are unique among cichlids for their modest size and peaceful demeanour. Their name comes from the changing colours they display, which intensify during courtship and when content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 30‑gallon tank suits a pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain temperatures of 75–82 °F and a pH of 6.8–8.0. Good filtration and regular water changes keep them healthy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide caves and rocks for hiding and open areas for swimming. They appreciate hardy plants and will not typically uproot them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbow cichlids are omnivorous. Offer high‑quality pellets, flakes, vegetables and occasional live or frozen foods. They coexist peacefully with tetras, catfish and other small cichlids. Avoid aggressive tank mates that may bully them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish may pair off and spawn on flat surfaces. They exhibit parental care, guarding eggs and fry. To mimic their Central American habitat, plant robust \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monsteraquariumon9.com\/pages\/live-plants-for-fish-tanks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elive plants for fish tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e like swords and Vallisneria. A colourful, thriving cichlid will reward you with flashes of gold, orange and blue across its body.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"2.5-3.5”","offer_id":41459766755537,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/image_38b04c07-d664-440c-ae04-e271dea30b9f.jpg?v=1678739272","url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/products\/rainbow-cichlid","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}