Golden Firecracker Tropheus
Aggressive / territorial | 24–27 °C | 12–15 cm. Confirm availability before EFT.
A Tanganyikan Tropheus variant requiring hard alkaline water, rockwork and strict diet control. Confirm current availability before EFT payment.
Fish Care Profile
| Scientific Name | Tropheus sp. ‘Moliro’ / Tropheus moorii complex |
|---|---|
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Origin | Lake Tanganyika, Africa |
| Breeding | Maternal mouthbrooder |
| Temperament | Aggressive / territorial |
| Tank Level | Rockwork / mid to lower |
| Lifespan | 8–10 years |
| Minimum Tank Size | 300 L+ |
| Adult Size | 12–15 cm |
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| pH | 7.8–9.0 |
| Temperature | 24–27 °C |
| Diet | Herbivore / high-fibre vegetable diet |
| Group Size | Best kept in a large colony |
Care Notes
Avoid high-protein meaty diets. Provide strong filtration, rock territories and a properly sized colony.
Availability changes regularly. Please confirm stock before making EFT payment.
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