Scientific Name: Tropheus sp.
Common Name: Red Saddle
Max Size: 6″
pH: 7.5-8.6
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Vegetarian flake – no protein
Compatibility: Tropheus species.
Remarks: Tropheus are obligate herbivores, and even small amounts of protein can induce bloating conditions. They form social hierarchies and should be kept in large groups.
Tank Mate Options:
- Tropheus sp. “Cherry Spot – Bulu Point”
- Tropheus duboisi