Common Name(s): Stigmatochromis sp. 'modestus makokola'
Geo. Origin: Makokola Reef, Malawi
Habitat: Intermediate Zone
Diet: Carnivore
Gender Differences: Dimorphic
Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder
Temperament: Aggressive
Conspecific Temperament: Aggressive
Maximum Size: 8""
Temperature: 78 - 82°F
pH: 7.8 - 8.6
Water Hardness: Hard
Difficulty: 3
Photo Credit: Ad Konings
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O.brooksi from Makokola Reef is larger than other Otopharynx. It can be distinguished from Stigmatochromis modestus by it's deeper body and it's three spots are more distinct. This fish tends not to utilize the rocky caves as does S.modestus, cruising around in the open, looking for small sand dwelling cichlids to prey upon. Territorial males defend a small spawning pit under or between rocks. Fry are guarded when first released.
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