Copadichromis borleyi kadango (Copadict Borleyi Kadango)

Adult size18 cm
Temperature24 - 26 °C
pH7.5 - 8.5
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)600 L

Description

Copadichromis in the lake, gather in large benches called Utakas.

It is generally gregarious fish, which need large bins to develop properly. 600 liters seem to be a minimum.

Despite this peaceful behavior, the males C. Borleyi Kadango can be a little more virulent during the Frai period.

Borleyi Kadango Copadict fish is a freshwater cichlid fish from Malawi and Tanganyika lakes in East Africa. It belongs to the family of cichlids and is often called "Red end Kadango" because of its bright red fins.

Borleyi Kadango Copadict fish has an elongated body and laterally compressed, with a wide head and a sharp mouth. His color varies according to her sex and her phase of life. In adult males, the body is generally dark blue with red and yellow spots on the fins, head and tail. Females generally have a lighter body with smaller and less visible spots.

Borleyi Kadango Copadict fish is a gregarious and social fish, and likes to live in groups in the coastal waters of Malawi and Tanganyika lakes. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and algae, although it can also eat small fish and insects.

Borleyi Kadango Copadict fish is a popular fish for aquarophilia because of its beautiful color and social personality. It is generally easy to raise and can live up to 10 years in adequate living conditions.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size18 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature24 - 26 °C
  • pH7.5 - 8.5
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)600 L

Reproduction

It is advisable by tank to keep only one male for 2 or 3 females so as to form a more aesthetic bench.

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