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Cyathopharynx furcifer

Featherfin Cichlid, Furcifer, Cyathopharynx Fish
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9
dGH
8–25 ppm
Size
20 cm
Tank
250 L
Cyathopharynx furcifer are highly social fish, exhibiting elaborate courtship displays and living in harems. They require large, open swimming areas and should be housed with non-aggressive tankmates. Not suited for beginners due to their specific care requirements.

Water parameters

Hardness
8–25 ppm
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9

Tank & size

Fish size
20 cm
Tank length
120 cm
Tank volume
250 L

Distribution

Cyathopharynx furcifer is native to the central and southern portions of Lake Tanganyika, one of the African Great Lakes.