Aquarist Species:  Yssichromis piceatus

Aquarist: BigKahoona

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 Status:   Critically Endangered

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025

Available at the 2025 OCA Extravaganza for the CARES Single Species Maintenance Program.
Donation from Craig Storms