Description
Remarks: The Kyoga flameback (Xystichromis sp.) is a Haplochromine species native to Lake Kyoga in Eastern Africa. We have an albino form with lots of red and orange coloration. Females remain pale or peach colored. 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: Albino 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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