Haplochromis sp “Jinja Harbor”

Aquarist: Finebar4

Species Profile: Haplochromis sp. 'Jinja Harbor'

Species Photo by: Kevin Tittle

Description:   

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Victoria Jinja Harbor Locale

CARES Status:   Endangered

Aquarist Notes

Photo of aquarist's species:

Collection Point:   Lake Victoria Jinja Harbor

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2024

Great little species to keep in a sandy bottom, rockscaped tank. Dominant male can be quite feisty. Recommend 3-5 females and lots of hiding spots.

Species Spawned:   Yes

I received one pair in 2024 and managed to get them to spawn a few times. The female never carried more than 3 days. Female was killed by aggressive male in June of 2025, however, received 12 more fry in July 2025 and after growing out, I will continue breeding…..hopefully successfully with this species.