Description
Remarks: The Kyoga Flameback (Xystichromis sp.) is a Haplochromine species native to Lake Kyoga in Eastern Africa. Like most Haps, they are maternal mouthbrooders and do best when kept in male-only set-ups or harem set-ups, with 3-4 females for every male.
Scientific Name: Xystichromis sp.
Common Name: Kyoga Flameback
Max Size: 5″
pH: 7.5-8.5
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 72-78°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Lake Victoria, Africa
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Small flake or pellet, small frozen or live foods
Compatibility: Victorian Haps, Malawi Haps, Malawi Peacocks, Synodontis
Tank Mate Options:
Haplochromis sp. 44 “Thickskin Obliquidens”
Pundamilia nyererei
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