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Ophthalmotilapia nasuta

Longnose Cichlid
Temperature
23–27°C
pH
9–9
dGH
8–25 ppm
Size
20 cm
Tank
180 L
Ophthalmotilapia Nasuta is best suited for aquariums that mimic the rock-laden coastal zones of Lake Tanganyika. Shelters and open swimming spaces should be provided to emulate its natural behaviors. This species displays striking colors, particularly during the breeding season, when males exhibit elongated nuchal extensions, adding to its visual appeal in aquariums.

Water parameters

Hardness
8–25 ppm
Temperature
23–27°C
pH
9–9

Tank & size

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

Distribution

Endemic to the rocky, coastal areas of Lake Tanganyika in East Africa.