Chromidotilapia guntheri

Special requirements

• Sand Substrate

  Essential for their natural benthophagous behavior. They sift through mouthfuls of sand to find food; coarse substrate can inhibit this and damage their mouths.

• Paternal Mouthbrooder

  Unique reproductive strategy where the male carries the eggs and fry in his mouth, while the female defends the territory. Provide a quiet environment for bonded pairs.

• Low Protein Diet

  Requires a diet high in vegetable matter (like Spirulina). High protein diets can lead to health issues; supplement only occasionally with live or frozen meaty foods.