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Name
Scientific name
Nanochromis parilus
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
Not recorded
Summary
Nanochromis parilus is a dwarf cichlid from the Democratic Republic of Congo, found in slow-moving areas of streams. One of the commoner Na…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
80mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Not recorded
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–25°C, pH 6–7
Hardness
1–8dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
A pair
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
DR Congo, Republic of the Congo
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Democratic Republic of Congo.
Habitat
It is found in slow-moving areas of streams.
Aquarium size
24" x 12" x 12" (60cm x 30cm x 30cm) - 55 litres for a single pair.
Maintenance
The aquarium should contain plenty of hiding places. Clay pot caves, rocks, roots and pieces of driftwood can all be used. Plants are not essential but the fis…
Water conditions
Temperature: 22 – 25 °C pH: 6.0-7.0 Hardness: 1-8°H
Diet
N. parilus will accept most foods offered but live and frozen varieties should form the bulk of the diet.
Behaviour and compatibility
Relatively peaceful with heterospecifics that can cope with the soft and acidic water conditions required by this species. Good tankmates include smaller Alest…
Sexual dimorphism
Females are more colourful than males, having a violet flush to the belly and more intense colouration overall. Adult males are larger than females and usually…
Reproduction
Not easy, as this species will not spawn in water with a pH value of above 6.5 and preferably lower. Bi-parental cave spawner. A single pair can be bred in an …
Notes
N. parilus is one of the commoner Nanochromis in the hobby as it is more easily collected from its natural waters than most species. It is easily confused with…
References
References
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