| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Haplochromis latifasciatus (Astatotilapia latifasciata) |
| Common Name: |
Zebra Obliquidens |
| Size: |
Up to 5 inches (12.7 cm) |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Kyoga and Lake Nawampasa. |
| Note: |
This species is listed as critically endangered
and some say presumed extinct in the wild. It is fairly common
among hobbyist who have a captive breeding stock. What a shame. |
| Min Tank Size: |
48 inches, 55 gallon or larger. |
| Diet: |
Carnivore/Insectivore, will accept most prepared foods. Include
some high protein material. |
| Behavior: |
Mildly Aggressive. |
| Water: |
72 - 78°F (22-26°C);pH range: 7.2
– 8.6; dH range: 10 - 25 |
| Care: |
Fairly easy. Enjoys live foods. Please note that like all Victorian Cichlids,
they need better water conditions than most other Africans.
This is a slightly sexually dimorphic species, the males adopting a red belly at
maturity. |
| Communities: |
Can be kept with most other Lake Victoria cichlids. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed but bood for a first try at a Lake Victoria tank. |
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