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Protomelas taeniolatus

Family:	CICHLIDAE
Species:	Protomelas taeniolatus
Common Name:	Red Empress
Size:	Up to 5.5" (14cm ) females slightly smaller.
Habitat:	AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi.
Min Tank Size:	75 gallon or larger.
Diet:	Omnivorous, flake, frozen and live. Supplement with algae based food.
Behavior:	Aggressive to own species one male per tank, unless huge.
Water:	72 - 81°F (22-27 C); pH range: 7.5 – 8.0; dH range: 9 - 19
Care:	Best in African only tanks with fish of similar sizes and temperament, or species only.
Communities:	Territorial keep with other mbuna and synodontis cats.
Suitability:	Some experience with more aggressive cichlids.