Compressiceps Cichlid Care Guide
Altolamprologus compressiceps
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Bioload Score
5400
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.2 cm / 6.0"
- Temperature
- 24–27°C (76–80°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 9.0
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Tanganyika
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Compressiceps Cichlids prefer a carnivorous diet, feeding on live foods but will also accept high-quality pellets and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a species-specific setup or with other Lake Tanganyika cichlids that share similar water chemistry.
Good to Know
Compressiceps Cichlids, with their unique sideways hunting technique, are a testament to the diverse and fascinating world of African cichlids.
Gender Differences
Female Compressiceps Cichlids tend to be smaller and less colorful than males.
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