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Species Profiles -> -Cichlids -> Blunt-headed Cichlid

 

Blunt-headed Cichlid (Tropheus moorii )

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Stats:

Adult Size: 4 3/4 " (12 cm)
Temp: 77-82 F (25-28 C)
Tank: 60" (150 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Rocky tank, very large. Must be kept in groups.
Diet:
High in roughage, never any bloodworms, beef heart, or Tubifex.
Breeding:
No differences. Mouthbrooder for female. Keep in groups of 7-8 fish, never more males than females,
Sociability:
Keep in groups.
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Special Info:

This fish comes in many varied patterns and color morphs. The standard is a black base with yellow sides.

 

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