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Planet Zoo 2 Blunthead Cichlid
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Blunthead Cichlid in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Blunthead Cichlid requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Lakes and Rivers |
| Enclosure | Aquarium, Exhibit |
| Minimum area | Deep water 50 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Deep water 15 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | Not listed by Zoopedia |
| Temperature | 24 to 27 °C |
| Group size | 1–5 |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included) |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 50 m² of deep water, the Blunthead Cichlid needs more deep water than 17% of the other 36 Planet Zoo 2 aquarium animals with a listed minimum.
Blunthead Cichlid space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (5 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep water | 50 m² | 15 m² | 110 m² |
Blunthead Cichlid species facts
| Class | Ray-finned fish (Actinopterygii) |
|---|---|
| Shoaling | Yes, the Zoopedia marks it as a shoaling species |
Setup checklist for a Blunthead Cichlid enclosure
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Blunthead Cichlid as aquarium, exhibit.
- Give the first animal at least Deep water 50 m², plus Deep water 15 m² for each additional animal.
- Keep the temperature within 24 to 27 °C and theme the area as Lakes and Rivers.
- Plan a group of 1 to 5 animals.
Animals that can live with the Blunthead Cichlid
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Blunthead Cichlid: 24 to 27 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (3)
- Boeseman's Rainbowfish (shared 25–27 °C)
- Clown Loach (shared 25–27 °C)
- Giant Gourami (shared 24–27 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared tank still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Blunthead Cichlid next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: African Tigerfish, Giant Slippery Frog, American Bullfrog, Axolotl.
FAQ
How much space does a Blunthead Cichlid need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Deep water 50 m² for the Blunthead Cichlid, plus Deep water 15 m² for each additional animal.
What temperature does a Blunthead Cichlid need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Blunthead Cichlid needs a temperature of 24 to 27 °C and a group size of 1–5, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Blunthead Cichlid in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 3 compatible species for the Blunthead Cichlid. Neutral: Boeseman's Rainbowfish, Clown Loach, Giant Gourami.