Flameback Victorian
Haplochromis sp. 'Flameback'
Also known as: Flameback Victorian, Flameback Haplochromis
Origin: Lake Victoria, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 10 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 5-8
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- semi-aggressive; males establish territories but generally manageable
About
The Flameback Victorian is a trade name for a Haplochromis species or complex from Lake Victoria characterised by its vivid orange-red dorsal colouration set against a metallic blue body. It is a maternal mouthbrooder that thrives in a rock-and-sand Lake Victoria biotope. Like most Victorian cichlids, it is threatened in the wild and captive breeding is encouraged.
Care Guide
Water: 23-26°C, pH 7.5-8.5, moderately hard alkaline water; weekly 25% water changes. Tank: Minimum 150L; rocky formation with sandy areas; slight current beneficial. Feeding: Omnivore diet of quality pellets, spirulina, and frozen invertebrate foods. Behaviour: Males territorial during spawning; females hold fry for 3-4 weeks; provide refuge for holding females. Compatibility: Victorian biotope tank; pairs well with other Victorian haplochromines of similar temperament.
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