Livingston Cichlid Care Guide
Nimbochromis livingstonii
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Bioload Score
20000
AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 10.0"
- Temperature
- 25–28°C (77–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 300L (79 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous. In the wild, they feed on smaller fish. In captivity, provide a varied diet including high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods like small fish, shrimp, and other protein-rich options.
Community Compatibility
They should be kept with other large, aggressive cichlids from Lake Malawi. Avoid keeping them with smaller or more peaceful species.
Good to Know
When keeping Livingstons Cichlid, due to their aggressive nature, providing sufficient space and territories is crucial to reduce territorial aggression.
Gender Differences
Males are typically larger and may display more vibrant colors.
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