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Scientific Name: Lethrinops sp. "Green Face" Pronunciation: l th-r -n ps Common Name(s): Green Chest Habitat: Shallow sandy habitat near rocks Diet: Carnivore Gender Differences: Dimorphic Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder Temperament: Peaceful Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive Maximum Size: 5"" Temperature: 78-82°F pH: 7.8-8.6 Water Hardness: Hard Difficulty: 3

Photo Credit: Dave Hansen Images: Adult male Adult male [TD] Articles:

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Like all Lethrinops species, L. sp. "Green Face" hunts by shoveling and filtering the substrate for food particles. Males have many large egg spots on the anal fin. This is not an assertive cichlid and can easily be oppressed by more active or dominant tank mates. Careful selection of tank mates is advised.

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