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Name
Scientific name
Orthochromis stormsi
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
Orthochromis stormsi is a cichlid from fast-moving, well-oxygenated stretches of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Its s…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
120mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 45 cm, Water movement High: fast-flowing river or riffle
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–27°C, pH 6.5–7.5
Hardness
5–15dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
One male with several females
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
DR Congo
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Democratic Republic of Congo.
Habitat
It inhabits fast-moving areas of the river. The water in these habitats has a high oxygen content.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 30 ∗ 45 cm - ~162 litres. The width of the tank is far more important than the height.
Maintenance
As mentioned above, the aquarium should have as large a 'footprint' as possible. A sandy substrate is preferable and hiding places should be provided in the fo…
Water conditions
Temperature: 22 – 27 °C pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness: 5-15°H
Diet
O. stormsi will accept most foods offered but live and frozen varieties should form the bulk of the diet.
Behaviour and compatibility
A territorial species that is generally peaceful towards heterospecifics. Good tankmates include Alestiid tetras and other non-aggressive species that can tole…
Sexual dimorphism
Difficult to sex when young. Dominant male fish become far more colourful than females as adults and tend to grow slightly larger.
Reproduction
Possible but not easy. Maternal mouthbrooder. This species is rarely bred in captivity and little information is available. It is best bred in a harem situatio…
Notes
O. stormsi was previously classified as Schwetzochromis stormsi and is still named as such by many sources. Its swimbladder is modified, being much reduced in …
References
References
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