Bolivian butterfly cichlid
Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
About me: Hello, I am a Bolivan butterfly cichlid. For me to feel comfortable, you should provide enough sand on the bottom! I am not a schooling or group fish, but I like to be kept in pairs. Also a socialization is possible in principle! Please make sure that the other fish are not larger than me, otherwise I get scared!
General information: Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
Size: 2.76 inch - 3.94 inch
PH value: 6.00 - 7.50
Water hardness: 2.00 - 15.00º dGH
Temperature: 23.00 - 27.00 ºC
Schwimming position: Unten
Aquascaping ?: Males have a long tail and dorsal fin
Feed: Dry/frozen and live food and also: Small crabs, mosquito larvae
Minimal tank capacity: 160 liters
Minimal edge length: 39.37 inch
Minimal edge height: 11.81 inch
Origin: South America, more precisely: Bolivia
Stream: No
Swarm or group behavior: No
Colorful: Yes
Fresh water: Yes
Salt water: No
Socialization possible: Yes
