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Tropheops sp. "Maleri Blue"

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Scientific Name: Tropheops sp. "Maleri Blue"
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Pronunciation: tr
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Geo. Origin: Maleri Islands
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Habitat: Shallow and turbulent rocky habitat
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Diet: Herbivore
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Gender Differences: Dimorphic
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Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder
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Temperament: Aggressive
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Conspecific Temperament: Highly Aggressive
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Maximum Size: 4.5"
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Temperature: 78 - 82°F
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pH: 7.8 - 8.6
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Water Hardness: Hard


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In the wild
Photo Credit: Ad Konings


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In the wild, males defend territories on top of rocks that stand out from the rest of the rocky region. This is a rare species in the lake and probably has never been exported for the aquarium hobby due to its small numbers in the wild and being protected by the National Park.
 
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