Malawi Compressiceps Cichlid Care Guide
Dimidiochromis compressiceps
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Bioload Score
6000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 9.8"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for large cichlid-specific setups, known for its predatory behavior.
Good to Know
Malawi Compressiceps are distinctive for their laterally compressed bodies and hunting technique, resembling a floating leaf.
Gender Differences
Males tend to be larger and more colorful.
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