Cyprichromis (Cyprichromis leptosoma)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCyprichromis leptosoma

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asSardine Cichlid, Cyps, Leptosoma

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietcarnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-81°F, pH 7.8-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Slender, sardine-like body; males flash electric blue, yellow, or violet in the fins depending on morph. Mouth-brooding in open water.

Difficulty and care for the Cyprichromis

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Unusually peaceful, open-water shoaling cichlid. Keep in groups; ideal dither/companion for calmer Tanganyikans. Jumpy if startled.

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