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African Cichlids

Nanochromis parilus

Nanochromis parilus

Key facts

  • Temperature23–27 °C
  • pH6–7.5
  • Minimum tank80 l
  • Adult size7 cm
  • Difficulty★★☆☆☆
  • TemperamentSemi-aggressive
  • WaterFresh

Full profile

Family
Cichlidae
Origin
Lower Congo
Size
7 cm (males)
Temperature
23 – 27°C
pH
6.0 – 7.5
GH
2 – 12 °dGH
Difficulty
★★☆☆☆
Water type
tropical freshwater
Swimming level
bottom
Behavior
semi-aggressive
Minimum number of individuals
pair
Minimum aquarium size
80 L
Diet
carnivore – omnivore
Reproduction
oviparous; breeds in caves

Notes: Bluish body with greenish iridescence and white-edged fins. A rapids-dwelling cichlid.

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