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Scientific name: Altolamprologus compressiceps Common name: Compressed cichlid Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 14 - 15 cm (5.51 - 5.91 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7.8 - 8.9 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 18 - 30°N (321.43 - 535.71ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 24 - 27 °C (75.2 - 80.6°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: peaceful Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive/territorial Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Compressed cichlids are highly carnivorous and will hunt around the aquarium looking for food. They will accept quality flakes but prefer live or frozen foods. Do not feed these cichlids as it contains mammalian products. Origin Africa; Compressed cichlids are found in Lake Tanganyika. Sexing Males tend to have higher bodies plus more elongated fins. The spots on their posterior tend to be more pronounced on the males. Breeding A tight cave will be used for spawning as they like to be closed in as much as possible when spawning. This can be created by using crevices in rock work or by creating a small cave from slate. The fry should appear 6 days after spawning and these can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp. Lifespan The expected life span for Compressed cichlid is 3-5 years. Short description These cichlids are not difficult to keep; the only drawback is the slow growing of the juveniles. It can take up to 18 months for a specimen to mature. They will tolerate similar sized cichlids; there should be plenty of rock work in the tank. Pictures Thanks to Eric for pictures. Other were bought from jjphoto.dk.

We can supply fresh seafood like Seer fish , Emperor , Hamour fish , Coral Trout , Parrot fish , Tomato grouper , Black dotted grouper , other varieties of groupers , Reef cod , Red Snapper , Black Pomfret , White Pomfret , Squid , Cuttle fish , Prawns , etc depends on its catching     Fishes are packed in poly-bags or poly sheets or both. Packed in 25 mm thick thermocole box along-with GEL ice or DRY ice orboth Additional Information: Pay Mode Terms: L/C (Letter of Credit),T/T (Bank Transfer)

The Koi, or Japanese Koi, is a domestic variant of the Amur carp. Generally, these fish have brightly-colored scales with various patterns. Many variants and color morphs exist across the globe.