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Haplochromis burtoni

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Burton's Mouthbreeder
Burton's Mouthbreeder
Species Haplochromis burtoni
Family Cichlidae
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 208.198 liters
208,197.648 mL

55 US Gallons (208.2L)

Size 5.906 in

13-15 cm (5.1-5.9")

sg Freshwater
pH 8.5 - 9.0
Temp. 293.15 K
68 °F
527.67 °R

298.15 K
77 °F
536.67 °R
20 -25 °C (68-77°F)

Water Hardness

12-16 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

5-8 years

Habitat

Lake Tanganyika


Contents

[edit] Alternative names

Burton's Mouthbreeder

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

An aggressive African Cichlid that should be kept with other Tanganyikan Cichlids of similar temperament only, or a species tank. One male to a tank.

[edit] Diet

Mostly meaty diet

[edit] Feeding regime

How often to feed, etc.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Unknown

[edit] Behaviour

A typical aggressive African Cichlid. Males will be territorial and fight with each other. May be aggressive towards other tank mates.

[edit] Identification

How to id the animal.

[edit] Pictures

[edit] Videos

Spawning pair.


[edit] External links

brackish water