Become a credit card member today!Five-Bar Cichlid (Neolamprologus tretocephalus)
Description
The Five-Bar Cichlid is a large, territorial African cichlid native to East African lakes and rivers, known for its striking vertical bars and robust body. In aquariums, it requires a spacious tank of at least 100 gallons for a single adult, with plenty of rock formations and hiding spots to establish territories and reduce aggression. Water should be maintained with moderate hardness, reflecting its natural habitat. This species is aggressive and highly territorial, so tankmates must be equally robust or the cichlid is best kept singly or in a carefully managed pair. It is an omnivore, thriving on a diet of high-quality pellets, frozen foods, and occasional live foods, but care must be taken to avoid overfeeding. With proper space, hiding spots, and strong filtration to manage waste, the Five-Bar becomes a vibrant, dominant centerpiece fish, showcasing its striking coloration and engaging behaviors.
- - Care Level: Easy
- - Temperament: Aggressive
- - Diet: Omnivore
- - Minimum aquarium size recommended is 100 gallons when fully grown
- - Approx. Selling Size: 1"-1.5"
- - Add to aquarium with ample hiding places
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 3262583 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Petco Freshwater Fish |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Max water Temp | 82 F |
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| Pet Max Length | 7 IN |
| Water Parameters-DKH Min | 10 |
| Special Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Parameters-PH Min | 7.8 |
| Temperament | Aggressive |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pet Min Length | 1 IN |
| Water Parameters-DKH Max | 20 |
| Water Parameters-PH Max | 8.5 |
| Scientific Name | Neolamprologus tretocephalus |
| Min Water Temp | 72 F |
| Environment | Freshwater |
| Native To | Africa: Lake Malawi |
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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| Length | 1 IN |
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Feed sparingly and no more than fish can eat in 1 to 2 minutes; overfeeding can quickly foul the water. Food may be flaked, frozen, dried or live. Feed a variety of food to ensure complete nutrition.
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Description
The Five-Bar Cichlid is a large, territorial African cichlid native to East African lakes and rivers, known for its striking vertical bars and robust body. In aquariums, it requires a spacious tank of at least 100 gallons for a single adult, with plenty of rock formations and hiding spots to establish territories and reduce aggression. Water should be maintained with moderate hardness, reflecting its natural habitat. This species is aggressive and highly territorial, so tankmates must be equally robust or the cichlid is best kept singly or in a carefully managed pair. It is an omnivore, thriving on a diet of high-quality pellets, frozen foods, and occasional live foods, but care must be taken to avoid overfeeding. With proper space, hiding spots, and strong filtration to manage waste, the Five-Bar becomes a vibrant, dominant centerpiece fish, showcasing its striking coloration and engaging behaviors.
- - Care Level: Easy
- - Temperament: Aggressive
- - Diet: Omnivore
- - Minimum aquarium size recommended is 100 gallons when fully grown
- - Approx. Selling Size: 1"-1.5"
- - Add to aquarium with ample hiding places
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 3262583 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Petco Freshwater Fish |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
