Michigan Cichlid Association

General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: RichE on December 15, 2012, 06:26:38 PM

Title: Jaguar cichlids
Post by: RichE on December 15, 2012, 06:26:38 PM

Not sure if they are new world or old world, but is there a market for these. I have a chance to get a bunch of juveniles and I would grow them out a little and only keep one or two for my self

If so what is the going rate for say 2" to 3" Jaguar Cichlids

Title: Re: Jaguar cichlids
Post by: Marty on December 15, 2012, 06:32:39 PM

In my experience there's not too much of a market for these, unless you are talking about adult pairs.

Title: Re: Jaguar cichlids
Post by: Regalblue on December 15, 2012, 06:58:18 PM

Marty pretty much nailed it

Going rate can fluctuate on how many are around. ($1-$5)  But, a decent size female lays 1000+eggs & it's very easy to flood the market. 

IMO Your best bet would be to raise them to 5-6" & then try to sell them. Or raise them up until they start to pair & spawn.  A proven pair will sell easier than individuals.