Steveni Thick Bar (Protomelas fenestratus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameProtomelas fenestratus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asFenestratus, Tangerine Tiger, Protomelas fenestratus

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 7.8-8.6, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Males blue head and body with bold dark vertical bars; some locales show orange/tangerine flanks. Females silvery.

Difficulty and care for the Steveni Thick Bar

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Relatively peaceful hap; keep one male with several females. Several locale forms including the orange 'Tangerine Tiger'.

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