Firecracker Tropheus Care Guide
Tropheus sp. Red 'moliro'
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Bioload Score
4000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 8.0 – 9.0
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Tanganyika
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Herbivorous; diet should primarily consist of algae and vegetable-based foods.
Community Compatibility
Should be kept with other Tanganyikan species that do not compete directly for food.
Good to Know
Firecracker Tropheus are notable for their bright red coloration and energetic personality.
Gender Differences
Males are more colorful and slightly larger.
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