What tank size does a African Butterfly Cichlid need?

A African Butterfly Cichlid requires a minimum tank size of 150 litres (40 US gallons).

What temperature do African Butterfly Cichlid need?

African Butterfly Cichlid thrive in water temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F).

How hard is it to breed African Butterfly Cichlid?

Breeding African Butterfly Cichlid is considered difficult.

African Butterfly Cichlid Care Guide

Anomalochromis thomasi

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Bioload Score

15000

PeacefulModerateFreshwater

Max Size: 12.0 cm / 5.0"
Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
pH Range: 7.5 – 8.5
Min Tank Size: 150L (40 gal)
Min Group Size: 2 fish
Tank Level: Bottom
Origin: Lake Tanganyika
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Moderate
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult

Diet

Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter

Community Compatibility

They can be kept with other peaceful cichlids from Lake Tanganyika or other African rift lakes. Avoid keeping them with overly aggressive or fin-nipping species.

Gender Differences

Males are typically larger and display more vibrant coloration, especially during breeding.

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