| Scientific Name: Metriaclima lombardoi |
| Pronunciation: m
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| Common Name(s): Kenyi |
| Geo. Origin: Mbenji Island and Nkhomo Reef |
| Habitat: Deep Rocky Habitat |
| Diet: Herbivore |
| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
| Temperament: Highly Aggressive |
| Conspecific Temperament: Highly Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 6" |
| Temperature: 78 - 82°F |
| pH: 7.8 - 8.6 |
| Water Hardness: Hard |
| Difficulty: 3 |
Images: |
Adult male Adult female Young male Young female Male Male Female Adult male Male transforming Female Female |
Photo Credit: Brent Milam |
Comments: |
This fish is very hardy but is not generally recommended for beginners because of its very aggressive disposition; notwithstanding, this fish is usually found in every fish shop. Unfortunately, many naive beginners unsuspectingly purchase this fish due to its very attractive juvenile form. |