Dwarf Sumbu Cichlid - Altolamprologus compressiceps
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The Sumbu Dwarf Compressiceps (Altolamprologus compressiceps "Sumbu") is a highly unique, dwarf shell-dwelling cichlid from Lake Tanganyika in Africa. Famous for its laterally compressed, razor-thin body and sinister look, it grows to just 2.5–3 inches and requires a specialized Tanganyikan aquarium setup
Temp: 72-82° F
KH 10-20
pH 7.8-9.0
Max. Size: 6″
The Calvus Cichlid is a shell spawner and breeding is more difficult than most of the cichlids. The males are typically larger than the females.
Offer plenty of empty shells for the female to lay their eggs on. Incubation occurs in 3 to 4 days. To increase their survival rates, move the young frye to a separate aquarium after hatched.
The Calvus’ diet should contain meaty foods such as blood worms, shrimp, carnivore flake & pellet foods.
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