Mozambique Mouthbrooder Care Guide
Oreochromis mossambicus
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Bioload Score
10000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 40.0 cm / 15.8"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; adaptable to a variety of foods, including algae, pellets, and vegetables.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for large tanks or ponds, can be aggressive and territorial.
Good to Know
Mozambique Mouthbrooders are resilient and adaptable, often used in aquaculture but require large, carefully managed environments in aquariums.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and exhibit more pronounced coloration.
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