Aquarist Species: Ptychochromis oligacanthus
Aquarist: groverlee
Species Profile: Ptychochromis oligacanthus
Species Photo by: Christine Keys
Description: A cichlid from coastal Madagascar. It lays eggs in a ground nest and the parents guard the young.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Madagascar
CARES Classification: Endangered
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Collection Point: Nosy Be
Genetic Line: FX 3rd or more Generation
Year Acquired: 2024
Date of Acquisition: 23/07/2026
Source: Buy Fish by JZX (Singapore)
Current Stock: 1.0.3
Water Parameters
pH: 8.2–8.5
Temperature: 26°C–28°C
Ammonia: 0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 5.0 ppm
GH: (Not Tested)
KH: (Not Tested)