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Pseudocrenilabrus nicholsi

Nichols' Mouthbrooder, Nichols' Dwarf Cichlid
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
8–8
dGH
5–20 ppm
Size
5 cm
Tank
60 L
Pseudocrenilabrus nicholsi is a small, colorful cichlid known for its vibrant appearance and interesting breeding behavior. They are mouthbrooders, meaning the female keeps the fertilized eggs in her mouth until they hatch. Suitable for community tanks due to their peaceful nature, but care should be taken to provide ample hiding spots and territories to avoid any aggression. This species does well in a well-planted tank with a sandy substrate that mimics their natural habitat. As an omnivore, they thrive on a varied diet, which includes both plant matter and proteins.

Water parameters

Hardness
5–20 ppm
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
5 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
60 L

Distribution

Native to Central Africa, predominantly found in the Congo River Basin.