African Butterfly Cichlid (Sierra Leone) (Anomalochromis sp. Sierra Leone)
Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameAnomalochromis sp. Sierra Leone
FamilyCichlidae
Also known asSierra Leone Butterfly Cichlid
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-12 dGH
Appearance
Olive-tan body with dark vertical bars, a line of iridescent blue-green speckles and red-edged fins giving a shimmering butterfly look; a regional form of the African butterfly cichlid.
Difficulty and care for the African Butterfly Cichlid (Sierra Leone)
Easy
Origin and habitat
Sierra Leone
Keeper notes
As peaceful as the standard African butterfly cichlid; only mildly territorial when guarding a spawn. Excellent gentle community cichlid.
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