Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Blunt-headed Cichlid

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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.