Buckelkopf Cichlid behavior

-- I agree with both IndecisiveCichlidKeeper and keltonsports. I had a group of either 6 or 8 that I received from club member and super breeder, Mario. They were always out in the open. They were also quite amiable toward one another. I did have a couple pair off and become somewhat aggressive toward the others, but even in a 10 gallon aquarium they were not overly mean. I did separate out the breeders to be safe.
-- I would like to add that this is one of those species that you have to keep to appreciate, as are many fish. Their behavior and subtle colors were a joy to behold.

I had them for about a year too, but I had a group of 5 with an other group of 5 electric blue acara. They all swam around together. Maybe he is just lonely.

I've had a Buckelkopf (Laetacara Araguaie) Cichlid for over a year. It's fine, but very shy. Even with other fish swimming around (all of which are smaller), it spends most of it's time hiding in the plants or cave. The doorway of the room is a good distance from the tank, but it can see me enter even from that distance and dives into the plants. Has anyone else kept these fish and noticed the same shyness?