Callochromis (Callochromis macrops)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCallochromis macrops

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asMacrops, Big-Eye Sand Cichlid

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Sleek silvery sand-dweller with large eyes and flashes of metallic red, blue, and gold on displaying males.

Difficulty and care for the Callochromis

Hard

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Sand-sifting cichlid; males are territorial bower-builders at spawning time but generally peaceful otherwise.

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