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  • Malawi Eye-Biter (Dimidiochromis Compressiceps)

    Category:
    African Cichlids, Lake Malawi

    Common Name: Malawi Eye-Biter

    Scientific Name: Dimidiochromis Compressiceps

    Temperature pH Range Hardness (dH) Max. Size Min. Tank Size Swim Area
    72F - 80F 8.0 - 8.5 10 - 15 10 inches 55 gallons All Areas

    Description:
    Origin:
    Lake Malawi

    Life Span:
    5 - 10 years

    Diet:
    Carnivore

    Additional Diet Information:
    This fish is a predator, so they prefer live fish and frozen foods. They will eat pellets and flakes.

    Gender Difference:
    Dimorphic
    Males are green-blue and have egg spots on the anal fin. Females have a gold head.

    Breeding:
    Maternal Mouthbrooder
    It is best to have several females to one male to discourage aggression.

    Temperament/Social Behavior:
    • Aggressive, Will eat smaller fish, Preditory

    Common Diseases:
    Availability:
    Occasionally Available

    Additional Information or Photos
    Attached Files
    Our Fishhouse
    Sleep: A completely inadequate substitute for caffeine.
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