Madagascar Rainbow Cichlid (Ptychochromis oligacanthus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePtychochromis oligacanthus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asPtychochromis, Oligacanthus, Saroy

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 8-20 dGH

Appearance

Stout-bodied cichlid with grey-green to bluish flanks, dark mottling and reddish or yellow fin edging that brightens with maturity; a striking endemic species.

Difficulty and care for the Madagascar Rainbow Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Madagascar (northern rivers)

Keeper notes

A robust, territorial Madagascan cichlid that is aggressive when breeding and toward conspecifics in small quarters. Needs space and tough tankmates.

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