Blue-bar Victorian Cichlid
Pundamilia pundamilia
Also known as: Blue-bar Victorian Cichlid, Pundamilia
Origin: Lake Victoria, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 9 cm
- Min Tank
- 120 L
- Lifespan
- 5-8
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- semi-aggressive, typical Victorian cichlid temperament
About
Pundamilia pundamilia is one of the most visually striking and well-known Lake Victoria cichlids. Males develop bold vertical blue bars on a yellow-gold body, a colouration that is unique among cichlids. It is found in rocky and transitional shoreline habitats around Lake Victoria. Like many Victorian cichlids it is a maternal mouthbrooder and breeds readily in aquariums.
Care Guide
Water: 23-27°C, pH 7.2-8.5, moderately hard to hard water. Tank: 120L minimum; mix of rock structure and open space. Feeding: Omnivore; quality cichlid pellets, algae content, occasional frozen invertebrates. Behaviour: Moderate aggression; males competitive for territories and female attention. Compatibility: Best in a species tank or with other similarly sized Victorian cichlids.
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