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Xenotilapia melanogenys

Spotfin Cichlid, Xenotilapia Blackfin
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9
dGH
10–25 ppm
Size
16 cm
Tank
80 L
Xenotilapia melanogenys are kleparticular in their habitat preference, often requiring extensive sand bottoms for digging and displaying natural behavior. They are considered social and should be kept in groups to minimize stress and avoid aggression.

Water parameters

Hardness
10–25 ppm
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
9–9

Tank & size

Fish size
16 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
80 L

Distribution

Endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa, Xenotilapia melanogenys typically occupies sandy areas of the lake bed, sometimes near rocky substrates.