Aquarist Species: Telmatochromis vittatus
Aquarist: cekeys
Species Profile: Telmatochromis vittatus
Common Name: Blunt-headed telmat
Species Photo by: Scott Wells
Description: Similar in appearance to many Julidochromis species. Elongated body but, as the common name suggests, it has more of a blunt head. A bi-parental mouth brooder, dwarf in stature, and not typically exceeding 4" (~10 cm) in total length. Males are larger than females.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Tanganyika
Aquarist Notes
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2024
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes