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Name
Scientific name
Pseudocrenilabrus philander
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Southern Mouth-Brooder
Photograph credits
All 3 credited
Summary
The southern mouth-brooder, Pseudocrenilabrus philander, is a cichlid found in eleven countries from the Democratic Republic of Congo to So…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
75mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–25°C, pH 6.5–7.5
Hardness
5–12dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
One male with several females
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Angola, Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania, Botswana, Mozambique, Swaziland.
Habitat
It is found in a wide range of biotopes, including streams, lakes, ponds and sinkholes. Some populations exist in slightly brackish conditions.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm - ~108 litres.
Maintenance
The tank should contain plenty of hiding places. Clay pot caves, roots and pieces of driftwood can all be used. Plants are not essential but the fish will appr…
Water conditions
Temperature: 22 – 25 °C pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness: 5-12°H
Diet
Will accept most foods. A good quality cichlid pellet can be fed as staple, but ensure the diet is varied with regular feedings of live and frozen foods.
Behaviour and compatibility
Can be aggressive towards other species inhabiting the lower reaches of the aquarium. If you wish to keep it with other dwarf cichlids, catfish, loaches etc. y…
Sexual dimorphism
The male is larger and much more colourful than the female.
Reproduction
Quite easy. Maternal mouth-brooder. The breeding aquarium should be set up as suggested above and a minimum of 48" in length. The fish will breed over a fairly…
Notes
This species is not often seen in the hobby, which is a pity as it is a stunning fish with interesting behaviour. If you do manage to get some, be sure to prov…
References
References
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