Big-Mouth Hap (Tyrannochromis macrostoma)
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Big-Mouth Hap
Big-Mouth Hap
Tyrannochromis macrostoma
454 Litres (120 US G.)
33-35.6cm (13-14 ")
Freshwater
8.0 - 8.2
25 -28 °C (77-82.4°F)
7-30 °d
1:2 M:F
2-3 years
Family
Cichlidae
This animal is available captive bred
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Contents
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
- Should be kept in a species tank only, will eat fish smaller than itself. Keep either a pair or one male and two females.
Diet
- A carnivorous fish, will take fish such as silversides, shrimp and cichlid pellets.
Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
Environment Specifics
- Needs an exceptionally large tank with rock décor.
Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
Big-Mouth Hap
Big-Mouth Hap
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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