Breeder of African Peacocks Specializing in Ngara Flametails

Compressiceps 311/2-4in (Dimidiochromis Compressiceps)

Compressiceps 311/2-4in (Dimidiochromis Compressiceps)
Item# compressiceps3-4in
Regular price: $29.99
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Product Description

Common Name(s): Malawi Eye Biter

Geo. Origin: Lake-wide distribution

Habitat: Among reed stands & Vallisneria beds in sediment-rich bays.

Diet: Carnivore

Gender Differences: Dimorphic

Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder

Temperament: Peaceful

Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive

Maximum Size: 11"

Temperature: 78 - 82°F

pH: 7.8 - 8.6

Water Hardness: Hard Non-territorial individuals from Chizumulu Is. & Cobue are golden yellow instead of silver. This species preys on juveniles (particularly Copadichromis spp.) hiding among plants. Its laterally compressed body helps it avoid detection. It has a large protrusible mouth that can reach out & suck in its prey. This large mouth also accomodates extra large spwans of 200-250!

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