[2] Unlike its close relative Parachromis managuensis, P. motaguensis isn't as commonly encountered in the aquarium trade.

As long as water conditions are maintained at a desirable high quality, a breeding pair of such fish will readily spawn.

To enhance the likelihood of acquiring a breeding pair, purchase several healthy and active juveniles at a young age (between 6 -10) and grow these specimens until sexual maturity.

The pair will begin to clean a flat surface if the female is responsive of the male's previous courting behavior.

When the eggs hatch after approximately 5 –7 days, the offspring (known as wrigglers at this stage in development) are defenseless and are unable to swim.

Feed the fry baby brine shrimp until the stage where they are large enough to consume blood worm, daphnia and other live foods.

As with all members of its genus, These fish are large and heavily built cichlids who are aggressive and highly territorial.

Offer a variety of insect, including blood worm, earthworm, mysis, crickets (for larger specimens).