Pelvicachromis taeniatus Pelvicachromis taeniatus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Pelvicachromis taeniatus
Origin region
West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Bottom-Mid
Adult size (cm)
8.00
Minimum tank (L)
75
Temperament
Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
23.0–27.0
pH
6.00–7.20
GH (dGH)
2.0–10.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Cave spawner and excellent parent. Slightly acidic, soft water improves breeding success and fry viability.
Notes
Dainty dwarf Pelvicachromis with many locality colour forms such as Nigeria Red. Prefers leaf litter and gentle flow.