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  1. 02-11-2011, 01:48 AM #1
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    Default How long does it take a convict cichlid to get to full size?

    How long? and what is their full size? Ive read 6in and ive read 3in. Which one is it?
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  2. 02-11-2011, 04:07 AM #2
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    Females stay smaller than males,but I would always assume that the convict will reach 6 inches.That is a extreme max size.
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    I had a male grow to about 5 inches and max out. The female was much smaller...

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  4. 02-11-2011, 04:54 PM #4
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    Now on the length of time for growth would depend on food quality, water quality tank size.
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