Description: The most common 'Jewel Fish' native to West African rivers. It is a very aggressive cichlid which takes on a bright red color when breeding and guarding young.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution:
Collection Point: PVAS Auction
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Line Traits: Red
Year Acquired: 2025
75F and 7.2PH in 20 gallon tank
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
spawned in a 20 gallon tank in a clay pot
Have Reared Fry? Yes
The fry did really well on golden pearls
Young fish available? Yes