{"title":"Home page","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"julidochromis-dickfeldi","title":"Enantiopus melanogenys 'Utinta' - wild (6-8 inches)","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Characteristics of Enantiopus melanogenys 'Utinta'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-breeding males and females are sandy gray to blend in with the lake floor. However, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eterritorial breeding males\u003c\/b\u003e display spectacular iridescent colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Males reach up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e15 cm\u003c\/b\u003e, with females being slightly smaller. They reach sexual maturity at around one year of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat (Biotop):\u003c\/b\u003e They live in large groups over sandy bottoms but move toward rocky areas to spawn. These groups (sometimes up to 100 members) often stay together for their entire lives (roughly 3 years).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/b\u003e They are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/b\u003e cichlids, both toward their own species and others. They do not handle harassment from aggressive tank mates well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e300 liters\u003c\/b\u003e (at least 120 cm long and 50 cm deep).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSetup:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires large open areas of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003efine sand\u003c\/b\u003e. Only a few rocks should be included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e It is best to keep them in groups of 5 to 7. Because they are peaceful, multiple males can be kept in the same tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Best kept in a species-only tank or with calm fish that inhabit the middle or upper water layers (e.g., \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eParacyprichromis\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Breeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003eCarnivorous\u003c\/b\u003e. In nature, they hunt small crustaceans in the top layer of sand. In an aquarium, they accept frozen foods, flakes, and high-quality pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e They are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003ematernal mouthbrooders\u003c\/b\u003e. Spawning occurs in sand nests built by the male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBatch Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 30 to 80 fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eParental Care:\u003c\/b\u003e They are poor parents; once the female releases the fry (after about 3 weeks), neither parent protects them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/b\u003e If you wish to save the fry, it is recommended to move the brooding female to a separate, quiet tank at night to avoid stressing her into spitting the eggs early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cichlids Cove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43003154726977,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6151\/0209\/files\/Enantiopusmelanogenys_Utinta_EvgeniyNesterov__02_0c97e26f-5831-4b42-81a2-392c84e1bd3b.jpg?v=1762677617"},{"product_id":"a-colour-pencil-drawing-of-single-julidochromis-dickfeldi-fish-in-white-background","title":"Cyprichromis sp. 'dwarf jumbo' Cape Bangwe - wild (3.5 - 4 inches)","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e A smaller \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eCyprichromis\u003c\/i\u003e reaching a maximum length of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003e10 cm\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePolymorphism:\u003c\/b\u003e Males are polymorphic, meaning they can have either \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eblue\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eyellow\u003c\/b\u003e caudal (tail) fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/b\u003e They have a matte yellow-brown head without the bright blue sheen typical of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eC. leptosoma\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFemales:\u003c\/b\u003e Usually beige to light brown with a yellowish anal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat (Biotop):\u003c\/b\u003e Lives in schools in the open water along deep rocky shores at depths of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003e5–30 meters\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/b\u003e Northern eastern shore of the lake, specifically around Kigoma (including Cape Bangwe) and south to Halembe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e300 liters\u003c\/b\u003e with plenty of open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Best kept in groups of at least \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003e3–4 males\u003c\/b\u003e and an equal number of females. This setup allows for natural three-dimensional territorial behavior and helps distribute male aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e Slightly less aggressive than \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eC. leptosoma\u003c\/i\u003e. They are generally safe for community tanks with other Tanganyikan cichlids (like sand-dwellers), provided they aren't paired with large predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Breeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003eCarnivorous planktivore\u003c\/b\u003e. In the wild, they feed on zooplankton and small invertebrates. In an aquarium, they require high-quality plankton-like foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eMaternal mouthbrooders\u003c\/b\u003e. Males maintain territories in open water. Females collect fertilized eggs in their mouths; incubation lasts about three weeks. A typical clutch size is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"186\"\u003e8–15 eggs\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cichlids Cove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43003156496449,"sku":null,"price":3600.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6151\/0209\/files\/bangwe_377e51ab-d699-4d39-92d3-07db8780e457.jpg?v=1762677340"},{"product_id":"julidochromis-marlieri","title":"Altolamprologus compressiceps 'Cape Chaitika' - Wild (3.5 - 4 inches)","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e This variant is famous for its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eyellow\/gold coloration\u003c\/b\u003e (often referred to as the \"Gold Compressiceps\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\"\u003eCompared to \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eA. calvus\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003eA. compressiceps\u003c\/i\u003e has a shorter jaw, upward-pointing mouth, more prominent vertical bars, and fewer spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,1,1,0\"\u003eIts flat body allows it to hunt in very narrow rock crevices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Males grow up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003e15 cm\u003c\/b\u003e, while females are significantly smaller, reaching only \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e9 cm\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat (Biotop):\u003c\/b\u003e Rocky coastal environments at depths of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003e1 to 15 meters\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/b\u003e Like all \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eAltolamprologus\u003c\/i\u003e, they are very slow-growing fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e200 liters\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSetup:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide plenty of rocks arranged to create caves and narrow passages. A lid is essential as they are known to jump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Best kept as a single pair or in a group of at least 7 in a large enough tank to manage intra-specific male aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Good companions include \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003eCyprichromis\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eNeolamprologus\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eJulidochromis\u003c\/i\u003e. They should \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e be kept with robust or overly active fish like \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003eTropheus\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003ePetrochromis\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Breeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003eCarnivorous predator\u003c\/b\u003e. In the wild, they eat invertebrates, crustaceans, and fry. In an aquarium, they may even steal eggs from mouthbrooding females before the female can pick them up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e They are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003esubstrate spawners\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0,0\"\u003eThe female chooses a cave or crevice so narrow that only she can enter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\"\u003eShe lays \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"9\"\u003e50–200 eggs\u003c\/b\u003e, which the male fertilizes from outside by releasing sperm into the opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,2,0\"\u003eThe female guards the eggs and fry, while the male guards the area outside the cave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eGenerally a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003epeaceful and calm\u003c\/b\u003e cichlid, except for aggression between males of the same species. 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