Family: Cichlidae
Tropheus duboisi — a Cichlidae from Africa. Reaches 11.2–16.5 cm; keep at 24–28 °C.
Tropheus duboisi, a member of the family Cichlidae, comes from Africa, where it inhabits lakes and slow rivers with structure. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding and omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods, it grows to 11.2–16.5 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 24–28 °C range. Other Tropheus species in our database include Tropheus moorii.
Difficulty: moderate. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding. Pairs or singles with defined territory.
Set the heater to 24–28 °C and avoid swings. pH 8–9, GH 9–19 dGH suit it.
Adults reach 11.2–16.5 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 327 litres.
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Its home waters are Africa — lakes and slow rivers with structure, with still to gentle current.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Substrate or cave spawner with parental care. Often striking; males larger and brighter.