Thoracochromis buysi

Aquarist: Senex68

Species Profile: Thoracochromis buysi

Species Photo by: Adrian Indermaur

Description:   Endemic to Namibia. A riverine species that was collected by Adrian Indermaur.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Kunene River, Namibia

Aquarist Notes

Photo of aquarist's species:

Collection Point:   Kunene River, Namibia

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2024

FI. Obtained in Fall 2024, and just spawned for the 1st time on Sept. 5, 2025.

Species Spawned:   Yes

Did not observe the spawning, but it occured during a 24 hour period without external lightning and no feeding.