{"product_id":"tropheus-brichardi-bulombora-f1-1-1-5-inches","title":"Tropheus brichardi 'Bulombora' - F1 ( 1.5 - 2 inches)","description":"\u003cp\u003eReal F1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Characteristics of Tropheus brichardi 'Bulombora'\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 part of the group found south of the Burundi-Tanzania border down to the Malagarasi River. In rocky environments without sediment, they display \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"172\"\u003eclearly visible vertical stripes\u003c\/b\u003e, a thin \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"213\"\u003eyellow spot on the top of the body\u003c\/b\u003e, and a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"255\"\u003elight yellow spot on the belly\u003c\/b\u003e. In sediment-rich habitats, their color is more uniform (dark green to blue-brown) with less visible stripes.\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 Adults reach approximately \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003e14 cm\u003c\/b\u003e (males) and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003e12 cm\u003c\/b\u003e (females).\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 rocky environments but are more tolerant of sediment-rich areas than many other \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eTropheus\u003c\/i\u003e species, allowing them to inhabit shallower waters.\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 Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e400 liters\u003c\/b\u003e (length of at least 150 cm) is recommended.\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 Fine sand substrate with many rocks to provide hiding places and visual barriers is essential.\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\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e They are sensitive to ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates. High oxygen levels and regular 30–50% weekly water changes are necessary. pH should be \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"157\"\u003e7.5–9.5\u003c\/b\u003e, and temperature should be \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"192\"\u003e25–27°C\u003c\/b\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\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Diet\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\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/b\u003e This is considered one of the most aggressive \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eTropheus\u003c\/i\u003e species. High intra-specific aggression means they should be kept in large groups of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003e15–25 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e (ideally 3–4 females per male) to distribute the aggression.\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\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Strictly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eherbivorous\u003c\/b\u003e. In an aquarium, they should be fed high-quality spirulina flakes and must avoid high-protein foods to prevent \"bloat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/b\u003e They are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003ematernal mouthbrooders\u003c\/b\u003e. Females carry 6 to 16 large eggs for 24–26 days. Unlike most other mouthbrooders, the females continue to feed while carrying the fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cichlids Cove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43285538635841,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6151\/0209\/files\/Tropheusbrichardi_Bulombora_GernotHensel.jpg?v=1762681067","url":"https:\/\/cichlidscove.in\/products\/tropheus-brichardi-bulombora-f1-1-1-5-inches","provider":"Cichlids Cove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}