Limnotilapia dardennii
Limnotilapia dardennii
Also known as: Dardennii Cichlid
Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 18 cm
- Min Tank
- 250 L
- Lifespan
- 8-12
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- herbivore
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive; territorial male; compatible with similarly robust species
About
Limnotilapia dardennii is a medium-large omnivore from the rocky littoral zone of Lake Tanganyika, where it grazes biofilm and algae from rock surfaces. It is a maternal mouthbrooder with a strong personality and reasonable adaptability to aquarium conditions. Best paired with other robust Tanganyika species in a generously sized rocky set-up.
Care Guide
Water: 24-27°C, pH 7.8-9.0, hard alkaline water. Tank: 250L+; dense rockwork; some open sandy area in front. Feeding: Spirulina-based flake and pellet as staple; supplement with blanched greens and frozen Mysis. Behaviour: Active grazer; maternal mouthbrooder; one male can be territorial toward others. Compatibility: Julidochromis, Neolamprologus brichardi, Cyprichromis in upper levels.
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