PETROTILAPIA SP CHITIMBA

THICKBAR CHITIMBA (PETROTILAPIA SP) are a Large Species of Mbuna that live only in Chitimba bay in the Northwest Side of Lake Malawi. Their Habitat includes Large Sandstone Slabs that are Covered in Sand, Which they Shift through to find food. Males Guard Large Territories over a Slab, and females are allowed to swim throughout the Territories Holding and Protecting Fry

Males Colour up a Bright Blue, with Navy Bands Visible and Yellow unpaired fins. These fish work well in most Mbuna Setup, Through their Size requires a Tank Larger then 55g for full growth and comfort.

Max Size: 5"

Type: Herbivore

pH: 7.5-8.4

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 74-82°

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet

Compatibility: Mbuna cichlids, Synodontis catfish

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