Family: | CICHLIDAE |
Species: |
Tropheus duboisi “Karilani” |
Common Name: |
Narrow White Band |
Size: | 5 in (13 cm) |
Habitat: | AFRICA: Algae-covered rocks of Lake Tanganyika. |
Min Tank Size: | Nothing smaller than a 30 gallon. |
Diet: | Omnivore, Flake frozen or live. Supplement with algae wafers. |
Behavior: | Territorial towards own species. Peaceful with others. |
Water: | 72 – 82°F (22-28°C) ; pH range: 7.3 – 9.2; dH range: 8 – 22 |
Care: | Somewhat easy |
Communities: | Similar peaceful species. |
Suitability: | Good |