Which Frontosa is the bluest?

Cyphotilapia gibberosa blue Zaire
Cyphotilapia gibberosa blue Zaire – the bluest of all frontosa.

What are the different types of Frontosa fish?

Some of the geographic variants include:

• Burundi Six-stripe Frontosa.
• Zaire Blue Frontosa.
• Tanzanian Six-stripe Frontosa.
• Tanzanian Seven-stripe Frontosa or Frontosa “Kigoma”
• Kipili Frontosa.
• Zambian blue Frontosa, or Blue Face Frontosa.
• Samazi Frontosa.
• Kavalla Frontosa.

How big of a tank do Frontosa cichlids need?

As some of the largest cichlids in Lake Tanganyika, Frontosas require especially large aquariums as adults. For a single specimen you’ll need at least 75 gallons of space. 55 gallon aquariums are unfortunately too narrow for a single adult.

What is a MOBA Frontosa?

The Frontosa Cichlid Cyphotilapia frontosa (originally Paratilapia frontosa) is a very handsome fish and held in the highest regard by cichlid keepers. With its large size and very pronounced coloration it immediately draws attention and dominates an aquarium display.

How many Frontosa Can I put in a 150 gallon tank?

They are best kept with other cichlids or semi-aggressive fish. Frontosa are best kept in at least 150 gallon tanks (550 L). A 150 gallon tank can house 6-8 frontosa.

Can you mix Frontosa and Peacock cichlids?

When mixing fish, always make sure that you have the right tank size for the ones you want to add. Even if Frontosas and Peacocks are compatible, don’t add a Frontosa in a 75 US gallon Peacock tank. It’s too small.

Can you keep Frontosa with Mbuna?

The majority of Malawi Mbuna are too aggressive to be good tank mates for Frontosas or much of anything besides other Mbuna. However the Electric Yellow Cichlid is a notable exception.

Do Frontosa need caves?

They spend most of their time in deep waters, so large rocks arranged into caves would be a perfect setup for Frontosas to have hiding spots and a few extra rocks since they like to mark their territory.

What is Zaire Blue Frontosa?

As we mentioned, the very much desired “Zaire Blue” Frontosa types covers those caught from collection points in Zaire which include the Kitumba, Kapampa and Moba types.

Is Cyphotilapia frontosa a Cichlidae?

Taxonomic status of the six-band morph of Cyphotilapia frontosa (Perciformes: Cichlidae) from Lake Tanganyika, Africa. Food intake by mouthbrooding females of Cyphotilapia frontosa (Cichlidae) to feed both themselves and their young.

What do you feed Cyphotilapia frontosa?

Scientific name: Cyphotilapia Frontosa, Paratilapia Frontosa, Pelmatochromis Frontosus Compatibility: Other Frontosa ideally. Feeding: Omnivorous – does well with flake or pellet food. Can be fed freeze-dried or frozen krill or plankton as a treat. Sexing: A large nuchal hump usually indicates the dominant male but is not always the case.

What is Cyphotilapia gibberosa?

Cyphotilapia species are typically referred to as ‘frontosa’ or simply ‘front’ in the aquarium hobby, although other vernacular names include ‘Tanganyika humphead’. Populations of C. gibberosa from different localities are often labelled as such in order to maintain accuracy and preserve pure bloodlines.