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CHALINOCHROMIS POPELINI

by Jannie Hoang

Keeping Snapshot

Difficulty: Intermediate
Max Growth Size: 14 cm
Temperament: Territorial, keep with Rift Lake Cichlids

 

Preferred Water Parameters

Temperature: 23-27 degrees celsius
pH Level: 7.8 - 9.0
General Hardness: Hard

 

Range

Africa: Lake Tanganyika

 

Reproduction

Substrate (cave) spawner, defends eggs and fry

 

Feeding

Carnivorous. Eats all normal foods.

 

Additional Comments

Pairing fish. Needs hiding places. Start with a small group and let them pair off.

 

CHECK COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SPECIES

by Jannie Hoang