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Name
Scientific name
Ophthalmotilapia nasuta
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 3 credited
Summary
Ophthalmotilapia nasuta is a mouthbrooding cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika, found on its northwestern, southwestern and southern coasts.…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
200mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 150 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm, Minimum height 45 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–27°C, pH 7.5–9
Hardness
8–25dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Aggressive towards its own kind
Social needs
One male with several females
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Burundi, DR Congo, Tanzania, Zambia, Lake Tanganyika
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to Lake Tanganyika. It occurs on the northwestern coast between Kigoma and Halembe and down the southwestern coast and around the south of the lake fro…
Habitat
O. nasuta inhabits the rocky shorelines in shallow water, usually at depths of less than 5 metres. It can be seen just off the rock slopes feeding on plankton …
Aquarium size
150 ∗ 45 ∗ 45 cm - ~304 litres.
Maintenance
The aquarium should contain scattered piles of rocks arranged to form caves for with large areas of open water as O. nasuta requires a lot of space for its siz…
Water conditions
Temperature: 23 – 27 °C pH: 7.5-9.0 Hardness: 8-25°H
Diet
Will accept most foods but high protein varieties should be avoided. Ensure the fish receive some vegetable matter as part of the diet, such as blanched spinac…
Behaviour and compatibility
A relatively boisterous species that requires a lot of space for its size. However, it should be the dominant species in the tank or it will become withdrawn a…
Sexual dimorphism
Male fish are larger and more colourful, with longer fins than females, particularly the ventral fins. The extended 'nose' is also more prominent in males.
Reproduction
Possible. Maternal mouthbrooder. A large tank furnished as suggested above is ideal. Large areas of sandy substrate are particularly essential. The fish should…
Notes
O. nasuta can be distinguished from other members of the genus primarily by the fleshy proboscis-like growth that extends beyond the upper lip. It exists in se…
References
References
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