Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Line Traits:   Unique Lake Kivu haplochromine, male color morphs include black, dark blue, dark piebald; females are yellow/gold piebald

Year Acquired:   2017

Recommend a group of 8 or more adults, 1 or 2 males in the group, in a 4' long tank. I find a 75 gallon tank works well for 8-12 adult fish

Species Spawned:   Yes

Typical haplochromine mouthbrooder behavior, males can be territorial and aggressive

Have Reared Fry?   Yes

not difficult to raise fry on powder krill, crushed flake, mini pellets.

Young fish available?   Yes