Slender Lionhead Cichlid (Steatocranus tinanti)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameSteatocranus tinanti

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTinanti, Slender Buffalohead, Lionhead Cichlid

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 5-15 dGH

Appearance

Elongated grey-brown cichlid with a reduced swim bladder and a more slender profile than the buffalohead; lacks the prominent cranial hump but shares the bottom-hopping motion.

Difficulty and care for the Slender Lionhead Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

DR Congo (Congo River rapids)

Keeper notes

A bottom-dwelling rheophilic cave spawner; territorial near caves but reserved otherwise. Provide flow and several rock retreats to spread territories.

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