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Firecracker Tropheus
Tropheus Moorii 'Kasanga'
The Firecracker Tropheus is a Cichlid from Lake Tanganyika. Tropheus are an aggressive cichlid towards others of its own species so should be kept in groups of 6 or more preferably in a species aquarium.
The ‘Kasanga’ Cichlid requires a tank of at least 200 litres or more with plenty of rocks for territories and a gravel substrate planted with hardy plants, as with most cichlids, they are prolific redecorators and will arrange plants how they see fit. The duboisi should be kept with its own kind or with other aggressive Malawi or Tanganyika cichlids.
The Tropheus Cichlid will accept a variety of vegetarian foods. A quality flake and tablet food containing vegetable matter should also be included in their diet.
The Tropheus is hard to breed in the home aquarium. They are mouth brooders with the females carrying the eggs for around 28 days. During spawning time, the pair will become aggressive towards any fish in their territory.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 3cm - 5cm
Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.
Fish Statistics
- Minimum Tank Size:
- 200 litres
- Diet:
- Herbivore
- Origin:
- Tank Bred
- Temp (C):
- 22-27 C
- Max Size:
- 15 cm
- Family:
- Cichlidae
- Temperament:
- Aggressive
- pH:
- 7.5 - 8.5
- Care Level:
- Moderate
Buy Firecracker Tropheus
Small 3- 5cm
- 1 to 5 - £13.00
- 6 or more items - £11.00
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