Saulosi cichlid

Pseudotropheus saulosi

Familia : Cichlidae

PezAgua dulceMbuna

Pseudotropheus saulosi is a modest-sized mbuna known for its bright male coloration. It is endemic to Lake Malawi and highly sought after in the aquarium trade.

Estado IUCN
VU
Vulnerable
Bioma
Lac africain, eau dure alcaline, cichlidés endémiques.

Descripción

Adult males reach about 7–8 cm and display an electric blue body with vertical black stripes, while females are yellow-orange. Their mouth is downward-facing for grazing algae. They are territorial and aggressive, especially among males. They live in groups in shallow rocky areas. Reproduction is by maternal mouthbrooding.

Hábitat

Región :

Rocky shores and coastal areas

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH7.58.5
GH1020 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
3/5
Dieta
Herbívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
6
Tamaño adulto
8 cm
Esperanza de vida
6 años
Temperamento
Agresivo
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Temperature 24–28°C, pH 7.5–8.5, GH 10–20. A minimum 100-liter tank is needed for a group. Diet should be rich in vegetables (spirulina, spinach). Avoid overly peaceful fish. Provide plenty of rocks to create territories. Change 20% water weekly. Strong filtration is recommended.

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