Thoracochromis brauschi Fwa River – 6 to 9 cm

Colour: green male with a red throat, greyish female

Size: male 14 cm, female 12 cm

Water parameters: temperature 22 °C to 28 °C, pH 7 to 8.5, KH 5 to 15, nitrite 0 mg/L

Lifespan: 10 years

Aquarium size: 120 cm / 200 litres

Feeding: algae in the wild. Prepared foods (pellets, flakes) in captivity.

Keeping: as a pair or one male with several females. Please check compatibility with other species.

Breeding: maternal mouthbrooder

Origin: cichlid endemic to the Fwa River in Congo. Animals purchased must not be released into the wild in order to protect wildlife.

Protection status: none