maturity

Milo

Large Fish
Jun 29, 2006
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Brampton, Ontario
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When do cichlids usually hit maturaty? is it usually a few months? I have had my guys for 6 months now and am curious if they are close to maturing.
 

kay-bee19

Large Fish
May 6, 2006
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Tampa, FL
#2
Depends on what particular cichlids you are inquiring about. Some mature faster than others.

Additionally, some cichlids achieve sexually maturity prior to attaining full maturity (i.e., full grown size).

I've had a mbuna which was born in my tank produce fry at 11 months.