Rainbow Cichlid (Herotilapia multispinosa) size:5" Their dorsal and tail fins

Their dorsal and tail fins are quite prominent and take on a menacing look thanks to the spines

who also develop beautiful blue/green iridescence scales on their sides

or Turquoise Cichlid

The Salvani cichlid (Trichromis salvini) also known as the Tabasco

or Guapote

Rainbow Cichlid (Herotilapia multispinosa) size:5" Their dorsal and tail finsRainbow Cichlids (Herotilapia multispinosa) are one of the most colorful Central American cichlids ranging from browns and reds, to yellows and even golds. They are perfect cichlids for the beginner hobbyist as, unlike most cichlids, they're not aggressive with other cichlids of a similar size, do very well kept in groups, grow to a maximum size of 5" (with the female being slightly smaller), and won't destroy your aquatic plants. They're a hardy fish