Spangled cichlid (Limnochromis auritus)

Scientific name: Limnochromis auritus Boulenger, 1901

The Spangled cichlid (Limnochromis auritus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: Africa, Endemic throughout Lake Tanganyika, at great depths.

Spangled cichlid care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Biology

Considered an easygoing and adaptable fish of long standing with aquarists. Is noteworthy among lake mouth brooders by the fact that both parents participate in the incubation of the brood, which implies that the mates are bonded in a monogamous relationship lasting until at least as long as the fry are incubated.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Limnochromis auritus
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 13.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.0 - ?; dH range: 10 - 20 demersal
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Endemic throughout Lake Tanganyika, at great depths.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Fec=300)