Aquarist Species: Yssichromis piceatus
Aquarist: AlexG
Species Profile: Yssichromis piceatus
Common Name: Pitch Black Fulu
Species Photo by: Craig Storms
Description: Endangered cichlid endemic to Lake Victoria. Dominant males develop an intense 'pitch black' body color with bright red edges on fins.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Victoria
CARES Classification: Critically Endangered
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2026
Got a group of six fish at the NECA Monthly Meeting Mini Auction 06/22 2026
Clear sign of 2 M 3 F One Fish did not survive
No sign of breeding yet as of 08/28/26 update