Scientific name: Nimbochromis venustus Common name: Giraffe cichlid Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 20 - 25 cm (7.87 - 9.84 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 24°N (214.29 - 428.57ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: aggressive/territorial Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive/territorial Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Feeding Smaller fish, granules, bloodworms, larvae, tablets. Sexing Males are larger than females. Breeding Mouthbrooders. Keep about 2 females along 1 male. Lifespan 10 years. Pictures Thanks to Eric for pictures. Also thanks to Tamri Shavi. Two pictures were bought by aqua-fish.net form jjphoto.dk.
