Purple Zambian Cichlid (Xenotilapia leptura)
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Purple Zambian Cichlid
Purple Zambian Cichlid
Xenotilapia leptura
208 Litres (55 US G.)
10-11 cm (3.9-4.3")
Freshwater
7.5 - 8.5
24 -26 °C (75.2-78.8°F)
8-18 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Purple Zambian Cichlid
Additional scientific names
- Asprotilapia leptura
Origin[edit]
- Endemic to Lake Tanganyika.
Sexing[edit]
- Mature males are slightly larger than females.
Diet[edit]
- An algae eater, this species needs to be provided with plenty of green foods, such as vegetarian flake and algae wafers.
Pictures[edit]
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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