Altolamprologus calvus (Calvus lamprologus)

Adult size14 cm
Temperature23 - 25 °C
pH7,0 - 7,5
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)90 L

Description

territorial species; Pisces of the most peaceful, even fierce, non -fushing and not deteriorating plants. Ponte on discovered substrate (in cavity) family type mother type.

Altolamprologus calvus fish is an aquarium fish from Lake Tanganyika in Africa. It is a fish from the cichlid family, which means that it has powerful jaws and well -developed teeth. Calvus is also known for its aggressive territorial behavior, which means that it can become very protective of its living space in the aquarium.

This fish is gray in color with black and white marks on its body, which gives it a very distinctive appearance. Its tail is also striped with white and black. Adult males can reach a size of 8 to 10 centimeters, while females are generally a little smaller. Calvus has wide and well -developed dorsal and caudal fins, which allows it to quickly move around the aquarium.

Due to its aggressive territorial behavior, it is important to provide a large living space for Calvus in the aquarium. A 100 -liter or more aquarium is recommended for a single fish, and it is best to have a group of several fish to prevent them from fighting between them. Calvus prefers a sandy substrate in the aquarium and likes to dig holes and tunnels in the sand to hide and protect itself.

Regarding food, Calvus is an omnivorous eater that feeds on small invertebrates, plants and pellets for fish in the wild.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size14 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodCarnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature23 - 25 °C
  • pH7,0 - 7,5
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)90 L

Dimorphism

The males reach higher dimensions, and have more developed pelvic fins and more tapered dorsal and anal fins.

Reproduction

Neutral water with low alkaline (pH7,0-7.5) and moderately hard (15 ° DGH). The costs are preferably placed in anfracuctuities or cavities. These are watched by the female.

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