Aquarists classify M. altispinosus as a dwarf cichlid, and as such, it can be kept in relatively small aquaria, with minimum volumes being 80 L (20 gal). In captivity, the species is not a fussy feeder and readily accepts many commercially available fish foods.
Aquarists categorize M. altispinosus as a dwarf cichlid, which means it can be kept in smaller aquariums with minimum volumes of 80 liters (20 gallons). In captivity, this species is not picky about its food and readily consumes various commercially available fish foods.