Dwarf Congo Mouthbrooder (Pseudocrenilabrus nicholsi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudocrenilabrus nicholsi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asNicholsi, Nichols' Mouthbrooder, Congo Dwarf Mouthbrooder

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-80°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 5-15 dGH

Appearance

Small mouthbrooder where displaying males glow with iridescent blue and copper flanks and a red-tipped anal fin, while females remain plain silvery-tan.

Difficulty and care for the Dwarf Congo Mouthbrooder

Easy

Origin and habitat

DR Congo (Congo basin)

Keeper notes

Maternal mouthbrooder; males display and chase during spawning but the small size limits harm. Keep one male to several females.

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