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Xenotilapia flavipinnis

Yellowfin Eartheater
Temperature
23–27°C
pH
9.5–9.5
dGH
8–25 ppm
Size
9 cm
Tank
100 L
Xenotilapia flavipinnis are peaceful yet sensitive cichlids requiring specific water parameters for successful maintenance. They are best kept in a species-specific setup or with other peaceful Tanganyikan species. They enjoy sifting through sand, so a fine substrate is preferred. Their diet mainly consists of small crustaceans and zooplankton.

Water parameters

Hardness
8–25 ppm
Temperature
23–27°C
pH
9.5–9.5

Tank & size

Fish size
9 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
100 L

Distribution

Native to the sandy shores of Lake Tanganyika in East Africa.