Introducing Ctenochromis horeri - buy now They have arrived safe and sound! Their reputation for glutenous eating seems to be found in truth, they sure don't hold back! As you may see from the photos, they grow to be gorgeous fish, but what does it take to keep them in the aquarium? Let's understand a bit about where they come from... Natural Habitat Ctenochromis horei is commonly found in the shallow sediment rich habitats of Lake Tanganyika, often among Vallisneria (plant) and Ceratophyllum (plant) beds. Males reach around 18-19cm and show more intense color while females stop growing around 14cm. Diet Ctenochromis horei are omnivorous fish eating primarily crustaceans, worms and small fish which are likely be be taking refuge in the shallows. They are eat aquatic plants. In the aquarium they will accept all foods. Reproduction Prolific mouth-brooders said to breed readily in the aquarium producing 25-100 eggs. A favorite host for the cuckoo catfish species, S. multipunctata and S. grandiops. Aquarium An aquarium of at least 500 liters is recommended with moderate stock to spread aggression. Behaviour Though showing the same attributes as their Tropheus cousins their temper is somewhat more subdued and due to less robust dentition their bite is not as bad as their bark. Barking however can drive you crazy and sub-dominant Ctenochromis need room to de-stress so as to prevent death by harassment. What to watch out for? Ctenochromis may be sensitive to skin diseases. Water must be kept clean, well-filtered and oxygenated, at a temperate of 25 degrees and adequate stable pH and hardness. Males are more colorful than females... Male showing more black coloration on the cheek Mouth-brooding female Looking smart! Who's for lunch?
Would these be friendly with polypterus and Knifefish? I need something a little different for my African theme tank and these look great, price is a bit high but I'm willing to save for one if it may work. Stuck on options for the tank
