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

At first they were considered delicate but

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

selectively bred for its golden-yellow body with subtle blue highlights and red accents around the fins and eyes

and some may display a bold black marking under the throat

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