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Name
Scientific name
Otopharynx lithobates
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Sulphur-headed Hap
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
The sulphur-headed hap, Otopharynx lithobates, is a cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi, where it lives among caves and crevices in rocky areas.…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
160mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 90 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm, Minimum height 38 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 24–28°C, pH 7.6–8.8
Hardness
10–25dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Lake Malawi
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to Lake Malawi. It has been recorded between Domwe Island and Monkey Bay, and also at Thumbi (East and West), Mumbo, Chinyamwezi and Zimbawe Rock.
Habitat
It inhabits caves and crevices in rocky areas.
Aquarium size
90 ∗ 45 ∗ 38 cm - ~154 litres.
Maintenance
Much of the aquarium should contain piles of rocks, arranged to form caves with areas of open water between. A sandy substrate is preferable. This species does…
Water conditions
Temperature: 24 – 28 °C pH: 7.6-8.8 Hardness: 10-25°H
Diet
O. lithobates will accept most foods offered but live and frozen varieties should form the bulk of the diet.
Behaviour and compatibility
A relatively peaceful species ideal for many hard water communities. Ideally, it should be kept in a Lake Malawi biotope aquarium with fish such as peaceful Ha…
Sexual dimorphism
Male fish tend to grow larger than females and are far more colourful.
Reproduction
Possible. Maternal mouthbrooder. It should be spawned in a species tank in a harem of one male and at least 3 females. If several males are kept, one will beco…
Notes
O. lithobates is a true rock dweller and is hardly ever seen in open water, even in aquaria. In fact, the scientific name lithobates literally translates as "r…
References
References
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