Linke's Mouthbrooder (Chromidotilapia linkei)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameChromidotilapia linkei

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asLinkei, Cameroon Mouthbrooder

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size5.5 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-12 dGH

Appearance

Silvery-olive cichlid with a golden dorsal sheen, a row of faint flank spots and a pale belly; breeding fish brighten with a contrasting back band.

Difficulty and care for the Linke's Mouthbrooder

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Cameroon

Keeper notes

Biparental mouthbrooder; territorial near the spawning site when breeding but calm in general. Keep with peaceful, similarly sized tankmates.

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