Striped Telmatochromis (Telmatochromis vittatus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameTelmatochromis vittatus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asVittatus, Telmat

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

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

Appearance

Slender julie-like body with two horizontal dark stripes over a tan ground; an adaptable rock crevice fish.

Difficulty and care for the Striped Telmatochromis

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Hardy rock-and-shell dweller; mildly territorial but easy to mix in a Tanganyikan community.

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