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Photo courtesy of Jake Adams Coralite.net
| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Paratilapia bleekeri |
| Common Name: |
Starry night cichlid |
| Size: |
10 to 12 inches (25 - 30 cm) females slightly smaller. |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Madagascar. |
| Min Tank Size: |
120 gallon or larger for a mature pair. |
| Diet: |
Carnivorous, will accept most prepared foods. Include
some chunks of fish or beef heart. |
| Behavior: |
Relatively peaceful species. |
| Water: |
75 - 83°F (24-28°C);pH range: 7.0
– 9.0; dH range: 9 - 20 |
| Care: |
Medium. |
| Communities: |
Can be kept with other fish which are
not small enough to be considered food. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed. |
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