Species Profile:  Paretroplus tsimoly

Description

A cichlid from Madagascar's Betsiboka River basin, living in flowing water and isolated rocky pools. It eats crushed insect nymphs and some plant material. It is a biparental substrate spawner with extended fry care.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Madagascar: Betsiboka River basin

CARES Classification:  Endangered

IUCN Red List Status:  Endangered

 

Aquarists keeping this Species

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