Silver Cichlid
Silver Cichlid
Silver Cichlid (Maskaheros argenteus) is a Central American cichlid from Honduras and Guatemala — distinct from the South American Silver Cichlid (Vieja argentea) in your other listings. Maskaheros argenteus has a silver to pale body with subtle darker markings and a more oval, compressed profile. A large and impressive cichlid.
Feeding & Care Tip: Hikari Cichlid Bio-Gold makes an excellent primary staple — Hikari Micro Pellets as backup. Supplement 2–3× per week with Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms or Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Brine Shrimp. Feed 2–3 times daily in amounts consumed within a few minutes.
Native to Honduras and Guatemala (Atlantic slope rivers).
Keep as a pair or with compatible tankmates. Flat or cave surface spawner with biparental care.
A rewarding cichlid for aquarists interested in South or Central American species diversity.
Care & Ideal Parameters
| Difficulty | Moderate — Advanced |
| Temperament | Aggressive — large cichlid specialist |
| Typical Adult Size | 12.0 inches (30 cm) |
| Min. Group Size | Pair or small group |
| Ideal Temp | 75–82°F (24–28°C) |
| Ideal pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Ideal GH | 3–15 dGH |
| Ideal KH | 1–8 dKH |
| Staple Food | Hikari Cichlid Bio-Gold; Hikari Micro Pellets |
| Treat / Supplement | Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms; Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Brine Shrimp |
| Origin | Honduras and Guatemala (Atlantic slope rivers) |
| Notes | Maskaheros argenteus — distinct from Vieja argentea (South American Silver Cichlid). Central American species. Honduras and Guatemala. Large — 75+ gallon minimum. |
