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Tropheus sp. Mpimbwe, often referred to as the largest of it's species.
Tropheus sp. Mpimbwe was photographed at MASWA
in Copenhagen.
Photo: Fredrik Hagblom. May not be used without permission.
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| Tropheus sp.
Mpimbwe |
| Size :15 cm/6 inches
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PH : 8 |
Habitat : Rocky areas, lake Tanganyika, Africa. (endemic)
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| Temp : 25-28 c/78
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Mouthbrooder |
Food : Herbivoure.
Shrimpmix, Spirulina flakes. |
| Tank : Should be kept in a group of
at least 15 in a 90 gallon/350 liter tank or bigger. Fine sand
and no plants. Heavy filtration needed. Lots of rockformations.
Keep a steady routine. Rough changes in diet or unregular waterchanges
may cause "bloat". |
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