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African Cichlids, Lake Tanganyika
Common Name:
Tropheus"Lufubu", Tropheus Purple Rainbow
Scientific Name:
Tropheus Moorii "Lufubu"
Description:
Origin:
Lufubu River, Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Max Size:
5 inches
Minimum Tank Size:
75 gallons
Swim Area:
All Areas
Life Span:
10 Years or more
Temperature Range (F):
78 F - 82 F
pH:
8.0 - 9.0
Hardness (dH):
10 - 12 dH
Diet:
Herbivore
Additional Diet Information:
Tropheus have a longer digestive tract, so it's very important to feed them a quality diet. A veggie diet is necessary. Slimy or bulky foods, such as brine shrimp and bloodworms, are extremely bad for Tropheus and can cause Bloat.
Gender Difference:
Monomorphic
Breeding:
Maternal Mouthbrooder
Keeping a ratio of 1m:3f will aid in spawning, and reduce aggression.
Temperament/Social Behavior:
- Aggressive, Active, Schooling fish/Usually found in groups, Territorial, Aggressive when spawning
Common Diseases:
Bloat
Availability:
Occasionally Available
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