Burton's Mouthbreeder (Haplochromis burtoni)
From The Aquarium Wiki
Burton's Mouthbreeder
Haplochromis burtoni
208 Litres (55 US G.)
13-15 cm (5.1-5.9")
Freshwater
8.5 - 9.0
20 -25 °C (68-77°F)
12-16 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Cichlidae
Contents
Additional names
Additional scientific names
- Chromis burtoni, Tilapia burtoni, Tilapia nadinae, Astatotilapia burtoni
Origin[edit]
Burton's Mouthbreeder can be found in lakes and rivers in Africa (Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Zambia).
Sexing[edit]
Breeding males tend to be more brightly colored.
Tank compatibility[edit]
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.
Behaviour[edit]
A typical aggressive African Cichlid. Males will be territorial and fight with each other. May be aggressive towards other tank mates.
Pictures[edit]
Videos[edit]
Spawning pair: |
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
)