Description
Remarks: Buccochromis rhoadesii, sometimes called the yellow leptura cichlid, are large and need a lot of space to swim. They are not recommended for tanks smaller than 150 gallons. They are piscivorous and will chase smaller fish to eat. They are found over sandy substrates in Lake Malawi. Some of these have very minor black pigmentation spots. These spots are harmless and are typically associated with diet.
Scientific Name: Buccochromis rhoadesii
Common Name: Yellow Leptura Cichlid
Max Size: 16″
pH: 7.5-8.4
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 74-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet
Compatibility: Lake Malawi Haps, Peacocks, Synodontis catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
Aulonocara sp. Dragon Blood – Black Spot
Red Empress
Blue Dolphin
