Congo Ptychochromis (West African Jewel) Hemichromis guttatus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Hemichromis guttatus
Origin region
West Africa
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
12.00
Minimum tank (L)
120
Temperament
Aggressive (breeding)
Diet
Carnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
23.0–28.0
pH
6.20–7.60
GH (dGH)
2.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
West Africa
Feeding
Carnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Aggressive (breeding)
Breeding & care
Substrate spawner; pairs strongly.
Notes
Brilliant red/blue spangles.