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Scientific Name: Protomelas sp. "Spilonotus Tanzania" Pronunciation: pr -t -m -l s sp -l -n t- s Geo. Origin: South of the Ruhuhu River & at Thumbi Point, Hongi Is., Lundo, Is. & Mbamba Bay Is., Tanzani Habitat: Wave-washed upper habitat at steep rock coasts Diet: Carnivore Gender Differences: Dimorphic Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder Temperament: Peaceful Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive Maximum Size: 10" Temperature: 78 - 82°F pH: 7.8 - 8.6 Water Hardness: Hard Difficulty: 2		Photo Credit: Marc Elieson Images: 10" male Adult male Show male "TCA Best of Show" 2002 Adult male Adult male Adult male [TD] Articles: - Select Article - Species Article Haps Vs. Mbuna Species Article Haps Vs. Mbuna
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This species forms small feeding schools in mid-water several feet away from large boulders. Males and females feed on plankton (when available) as well as soft-bodied invertebrates that either fall in or are washed into the water. Territories are defended in the open water. Females only grow to 2/3 the total length of males.

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