Sardine Cichlid (Cyprichromis leptosoma)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCyprichromis leptosoma

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asCyps, Leptosoma, Blue Flash, Jumbo Cyp

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Slender pelagic cichlid that hovers mid-water in shoals; males flash electric blue, yellow, or neon tail colors by locality.

Difficulty and care for the Sardine Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful open-water schooler; aggression is minimal but jumpy and stressed without a large group and tank cover.

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