Buccochromis spectabilis
$55.00
This impressive Lake Malawi cichlid grows to 10-12 inches, showcasing brilliant yellow-green and blue hues. A predatory species with a surprisingly calm disposition, it thrives in 75+ gallon tanks featuring expansive sand beds and minimal rock décor. Maintain hard water conditions at pH 7.5-8.5 and 76-82°F. Offer a carnivorous diet of premium pellets, frozen krill, and fish-based options. As a maternal mouthbrooder, males display exceptional coloration and size advantage over females. Perfect for dedicated aquarists seeking a premium showpiece.
- Tank Setup: Minimum 75 gallons; prefer large open sand areas with limited, strategic rock work.
- Diet: Piscivore/Carnivore. In aquariums, they accept pellets, frozen krill, and fish-based food.
- Temperament: Generally calm but predatory. Will eat smaller fish.
- Water Conditions: Hard water, pH 7.5-8.5, temperature 76-82°F (24-28°C).
- Reproduction: Maternal mouthbrooder; males exhibit vibrant colors (yellow-green/blue) and are larger than females
