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  • Sardine Cichlid, Cyp

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    Common Name:Sardine Cichlid, Cyp
    Scientific Name:Cyprichromis leptosoma






    Temperature
    		 pH Range
    		 Hardness (dH)
    		 Max. Size
    		 Min. Tank Size
    		 Swim Area
    76F - 78F 8.2 - 8.6 10-20 dH Jumbo - 6 inches
    Regular - 4.5 inches    		 55 gallons Middle

    Description:
    The cyprichromis leptosoma is a dimorphic schooling Tanganyika cichlid. As a schooling fish, they have a tendency to bring out some of the move bashful Tanganyika cichlid. The males are brightly colored -- with a myriad of different color patterns. The females are a bland silver fish for the most part. This mouthbrooding cichlid holds fry for 3-4 weeks in her buccal cavity. Fry are free-swimming and able to eat BBS or crushed flakes.
    Origin:
    Lake Tanganyika, Africa
    Life Span:
    Up to 10 years
    Diet:
    Omnivore
    Gender Difference:
    Dimorphic
    Male is larger and very colorful, while female is usually smaller with little to no color.
    Breeding:
    Maternal Mouthbrooder
    Temperament/Social Behavior:
    • Peaceful
    • Active
    • Schooling fish/Usually found in groups

    Availability:
    Easily Obtained
    Tags: cichlids, African cichlids
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