Pseudotropheus crabo (Pseudotropheus chameleon)

Pseudotropheus crabo (Pseudotropheus chameleon)

Description

This species is quite stirring and is not suitable for a "haplos" type tank of common dimensions because it could dominate too much, thus stressing calm fish which would have the effect of shortening the life expectancy of some.

The pseudotrophic Crabo is a cichlid fish that lives in the alternative waters of Lake Malawi, in East Africa. It is very colorful, with a dark blue back and silver sides. His chest and head are bright red, and he has a black vertical strip on the sides of his body. The pseudotrophic Crabo is a gregarious fish, which means that it lives in groups. Groups can include up to a hundred fish. The pseudotrophic Cébo is a territorial fish, which means that it defends its territory against other fish. The males are more colorful than females, and they have larger and more spectacular fins. The pseudotrophic Crabo is an omnivorous fish, which means that it eats a wide variety of food, including plants, animals and algae. The pseudotrophic Crabo is a relatively easy to raise fish, but it needs a well -equipped aquarium with a suitable substrate, plants and hiding places to hide. It is important to maintain clean and well -filtered water to guarantee the health of the pseudotropheus Crabo. In general, the pseudotrophic Cébo is a fascinating and attractive fish that can add color and life to an aquarium.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 12 cm
  • Behaviour : Aggressive
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 24 - 30 °C
  • pH : 7.4 - 8.7
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 200

Dimorphism

Yellow ocelle on the anal fin for males.

Reproduction

Oral incubation by the female, duration: less than 24 days. Between 20 and 60 juveniles. Fertilization by the so -called "anal ox" method. Agame behavior (ephemeral couples).

Contribution

  • Created by : labido_man
  • Last update : 11/10/2022

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