Featherfin Cichlid (Cyathopharynx furcifer)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCyathopharynx furcifer

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asFurcifer, Cyathopharynx, True Featherfin

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size100 gallons

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

Appearance

Big-bodied metallic-blue male with long yellow-tipped trailing pelvic fins and intense iridescence over sand bowers.

Difficulty and care for the Featherfin Cichlid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Large featherfin mouthbrooder; males build big sand bowers and display fiercely but seldom inflict real damage.

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