Melanochromis vermivorus

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Purple Mbuna
Purple Mbuna
Species Melanochromis vermivorus
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 189.271 liters
189,270.589 mL

50 US Gallons (189.3L)

Size 3.15 in

7-8 cm (2.8-3.1")

pH 7.0 - 8.5
Temp. 295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R

299.15 K
78.8 °F
538.47 °R
22 -26 °C (71.6-78.8°F)

Water Hardness

10-15

Stocking Ratio 1:2 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

3-5 years

Contents

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Purple Mbuna

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

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Unknown

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