Scientific name: Ptychochromis oligacanthus Common name: Juba cichlid Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 15 - 27 cm (5.91 - 10.63 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 24°N (178.57 - 428.57ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 24 - 30 °C (75.2 - 86°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Oceania Temperament to its own species: aggressive/territorial Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive/territorial Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Quality flakes or cichlid pellets should provide the staple diet for Juba cichlid. It will readily accept blood worms, earthworms and brine shrimp. Origin Juba cichlid is endemic to Madagascar; it inhabits the streams and water ways. Sexing There are no physical differences between the sexes, the female will display a swollen belly when ripe with eggs. Breeding Ptychochromis oligacanthus are substrate spawners and a pit will be dug out ready for the spawning. When the eggs are laid the parents will tend them and protect the site until hatching, this should take place in 8-10 days. While the fry are young the parents will continue to protect them and they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp. Lifespan The expected life span for Juba cichlid is 6 years. Short description Ptychochromis oligacanthus is probably best kept in a species tank with a sandy substrate; provide hiding places by adding bogwood etc. Pictures Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
