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How big do Tropheus get?
Size of fish – inches: 5.9 inches (15.01 cm) – The Tropheus species vary in size depending upon the species, ranging from the smallest at about 4 to 4 3/4″ (10 – 12 cm) to the largest, reach up to about 6 ” (15 cm). Lifespan: 10 years – They have a lifespan of 10 – 12 years with proper care.
What is the temperature in Tropheus?
76-78F
Temperature is usually 76-78F, which is a good range for Tropheus and most Tanganyikan cichlids, but tends to rise during the summer. I use a fan aimed at the tanks if they get too warm. pH 8.0 – 8.2. Hardness is around 150 ppm (moderately hard)
What is a Tropheus fish?
Tropheus is a small genus of at least six species of cichlids endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The genus is widespread across all regions of Lake Tanganyika, from Burundi in the north to Zambia in the south.
What lake are Tropheus cichlids from?
Tropheus moorii is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in Africa. Over 40 different color morphs of this species are dispersed throughout the lake, ranging from dark green to flame red and yellow. They mostly feed on filamentous algae on the rocky shallows they inhabit.
What fish can I keep with Tropheus?
Tropheus are ordinarily moderately aggressive fish, however they become highly aggressive when breeding. Most aggression will be mainly directed at other Tropheus. Suitable tank mates would be any other fish with the similar temperament and adult size such as Peacock Cichlids, Electric Yellows and Gobies.
How fast do Tropheus grow?
Free- living Tropheus moorii grow rapidly during their first three years of life before their growth rate levels off at body sizes of 8– 13 cm SL (Egger et al., 2004). In captivity, Tropheus start to reproduce at an age of 1– 2 years (authors’ pers. obs.), but age at first breeding may be higher in the wild.
What fish can live with Tropheus?
How big do Lake Tanganyika cichlids get?
They range from the diminutive Neolamprologus multifasciatus at 3cm/1.2” in length to the 90cm/35” Boulengerochromis microlepis — which is the world’s largest cichlid. Despite variations in size, many species reach less than 20cm/7.8” in length, making them great aquarium subjects.
Can you keep Tropheus with Mbuna?
Omnivore Mbunas are compatible with : Lake Tanganyika Herbivores (Tropheus) : Feed a mainly herbivore diet (Omnivores need some algae in their diet anyways. They don’t mind eating salad)
What fish can live with tropheus?
What fish can go with tropheus?
So which fish are compatible with Tropheus cichlids?…In summary I would recommend trying the following fish as tank mates for Tropheus cichlids:
- Petrochromis.
- Julidochromis.
- Lamprologus.
- Spathodus.
- Eretmodus.
- Tanganicodus.
- Mbuna Malawi Cichlids.
How fast do tropheus grow?
How do you keep tropheus?
Keep your Tropheus in a tank at least 48 inches long, preferably a 75 gallon tank or larger. The bigger the fish get, the more territory the dominant fish will require. A smaller tank does not allow the chased fish to have room to relax. Eventually the dominant fish will do serious injury or kill the lesser tank mates.