SRT F4 Super Red Texas Cichlid Juvenile
An SRT (Super Red Texas) cichlid is a prized hybrid, known for its intense, vibrant red color, fancy pearl patterns, and robust Texas cichlid body shape, developed by selectively crossing Texas Cichlids (Herichthys cyanoguttatus) with Blood Parrots (Amphilophus/Vieja hybrids), aiming for ultimate color and pattern quality, far beyond a standard Red Texas, with 'SRT' signifying top-tier breeding. Key Characteristics of SRTs: Color: Deep, uniform, and often fading to a stunning blood-red, sometimes peeling to reveal more color underneath. Pearls: Intricate, sometimes worm-like or spaced-out pearl markings (iridophores) on the body, inherited from parent lines. Body: A classic, well-formed Texas cichlid shape, sometimes with compact/short-body variants. Genetics: A hybrid of Texas Cichlids (like Green Texas) and Blood Parrots, incorporating Red Devil and Vieja traits for color and form. Rarity: Considered high-grade, superior quality fish, often with high price tags. What "SRT" Means: Super Red Texas: It's a marketing/breeder term indicating a higher quality, more intensely colored, and better-patterned Red Texas hybrid than standard versions. Parentage (Typical): Male Texas Cichlid (Green Texas) x Female Blood Parrot (itself a hybrid, often Red Devil x Vieja). In essence, an SRT is a premium, highly-sought-after variant within the Red Texas Cichlid family, representing the pinnacle of color and pearl development from intensive selective breeding.
Tank-Mate Compatibility
Compatibility data for American Cichlid (Various (Geophagus, Convict, etc.))
Temperature
72–82°F
pH Range
6–7.5
Min Tank Size
40 gal
Temperament
semi-aggressive
All Species Compatibility
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