Thick Skin Hap (Haplochromis sp. 'Thick Skin')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHaplochromis sp. 'Thick Skin'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asThick Skin, Haplochromis Thick Skin, Kenya Gold

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.5 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 7.5-8.6, GH 8-18 dGH

Appearance

Males flush brilliant yellow-gold with blue facial sheen and red-edged fins; an aquarium-conservation strain.

Difficulty and care for the Thick Skin Hap

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Victoria, Africa

Keeper notes

Aggressive Victorian hap; conservation-line fish kept by hobbyists. Harem stocking limits female harassment.

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