Sarotherodon melanotheron heudelotii – 8 to 10 cm

Colour: silver with black spots

Size: male 16 cm, female 15 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: mouthbrooder

Origin: cichlid from Senegal. Animals purchased must not be released into the wild in order to protect wildlife.

Protection status: none