Zebra Obliquidens (Astatotilapia latifasciata)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAstatotilapia latifasciata

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asZebra Obliquidens, Latifasciata, Haplochromis Obliquidens

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

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

Appearance

Yellow to gold body crossed by bold black vertical zebra bars, with males flushing red and orange at breeding time.

Difficulty and care for the Zebra Obliquidens

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Kyoga Region, Africa

Keeper notes

One of the easier Victorian-region haps; keep a harem to manage male aggression. Prolific maternal mouthbrooder.

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