Venustus Cichlid Care Guide
Nimbochromis venustus
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Bioload Score
13200
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 10.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°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
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous. They primarily feed on small fish and invertebrates. Provide a diet consisting of high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish.
Community Compatibility
Venustus Cichlids can be kept with other Lake Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament. Avoid pairing them with overly aggressive or territorial species.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and display more vibrant colors, especially during breeding. Females are generally smaller and have less intense coloration.
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