Lake Tanganyika

Tropheus are very popular in the aquarium among hobbyists. How to best keep these fishes causes much debate among hobbyists. Their highly aggressive conspecific behavior and their tendency to catch “bloat” make them a real challenge. All Tropheus species are algae browsers in the wild and therefore ..

The Tropheus  Cichlid originates from the rocky coastal waters of Northern Lake Tanganyika, Africa. The Tropheus “ Red Phoenix” is however not a naturally occurring form, but a breeding product. The bright blue eye and the golden yellow body colour are reminiscent of the population fo..

Tropheus are obligate herbivores, and even small amounts of protein can induce bloating conditions. They form social hierarchies and should be kept in large groups.Type: HerbivoreMax Size: 6"pH: 7.5-8.6Hardness: HardTemperature: 70-82°Aggressiveness: AggressiveRegion of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, ..