Compressiceps Cichlid (Altolamprologus compressiceps)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAltolamprologus compressiceps

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asCompressiceps, Comp, Gold Head Compressiceps

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

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

Appearance

Strongly compressed deep body with a sloped forehead, large eyes, and gold, fire-red, or pearl morphs depending on locality.

Difficulty and care for the Compressiceps Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Ambush predator that turns sideways to wedge into rocks; preys on fry and shrimp but coexists with similar-sized cichlids.

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