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  • Tropheus"Lufubu", Tropheus Purple Rainbow

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    Common Name: Tropheus"Lufubu", Tropheus Purple Rainbow
    Scientific Name:     Tropheus Moorii "Lufubu"





    Temperature
    		 pH Range
    		 Hardness (dH)
    		 Max. Size
    		 Min. Tank Size
    		 Swim Area
    78F - 82F 8.0 - 9.0 10-12 dH 5 inches 75 gallons All Areas

    Description:

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    Origin:
    Lufubu River, Lake Tanganyika, Africa
    Life Span:
    10 Years or more
    Click image for larger version Name: lufubu_female_1.JPG Views: 2 Size: 7.6 KB ID: 952260Click image for larger version Name: lufubu_female_5.JPG Views: 2 Size: 15.0 KB ID: 952259Diet:
    Herbivore
    Additional Diet Information:
    Tropheus have a longer digestive tract, so it's very important to feed them a quality diet. A veggie diet is necessary. Slimy or bulky foods, such as brine shrimp and bloodworms, are extremely bad for Tropheus and can cause Bloat.
    Gender Difference:
    Monomorphic
    Breeding:
    Maternal Mouthbrooder
    Keeping a ratio of 1m:3f will aid in spawning, and reduce aggression.
    Temperament/Social Behavior:
    • Aggressive
    • Active
    • Schooling fish/Usually found in groups
    • Territorial
    • Aggressive when spawning

    Common Diseases:
    Bloat
    Availability:
    Occasionally Available
    Tags: cichlids, African cichlids, Tropheus & Petros
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