Pelvicachromis humilis (Pelvicachromis humilis)

Adult size10 cm
Temperature25 - 30 °C
pH6 - 7
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)80 L

Description

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The humilis pelvicachromis is a freshwater fish from West Africa. It is commonly called the "Dwarf Cichlid of Ghana" because of its small size and its natural habitat in the fresh waters of Ghana. It is a small fish, generally measuring between 6 and 8 centimeters in length, although it can reach a maximum size of 10 centimeters. The humilis pelvicachromis has an elongated and flattened body, with a wide head and a mouth -shaped mouth. Its color generally varies between brown, gray and green, with dark spots on the body and vertical stripes on the sides.

The humilis pelvicachromis is a gregarious fish, which means that it lives in groups with other individuals of its species. They are generally peaceful and can be maintained in community aquarium with other species of peaceful fish. However, they can be territorial with other fish from their species, especially when they reproduce. The humilis pelvicachromis is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on small crustaceans, algae and aquatic plants.

The humilis pelvicachromis is a cellar fish, which means that it needs shelter to hide and feel safe. In an aquarium, this can be provided in the form of plastic rocks, plants or tunnels. The humilis pelvicachromis also needs good filtration of water and a water temperature between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. They are also sensitive to water quality, so it is important to maintain the clean and well maintained aquarium.

The humilis pelvicachromis is a reproductive fish by blowing nests. Reproduction can be difficult to obtain in captivity, but if it takes place, the females lay their eggs in a nest dug in the sand by the males. The males then defend the nest and the eggs against the predators until the fry hatch.

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Characteristics

  • Adult size10 cm
  • BehaviourAggressive
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature25 - 30 °C
  • pH6 - 7
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)80 L

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