| Labidochromis sp. Hongi | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Perciformes |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Genus: | Labidochromis |
| Binomial name | |
| Labidochromis sp. Hongi |
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Labidochromis sp. "Hongi" is an undescribed species of fish in the Cichlidae family.
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Labidochromis sp. "Hongi"
Common Name(s): Kimpuma, Hongi Red Top,Hongi Cichlid
Africa; found in Lake Malawi, around Hongi island, Lundo Islands, Mbamba Bay Island, and Undu Reef.
Lake;
Mildly Aggressive Territorial; Will defend its territory especially when breeding. Loves caves. Sediment-Rich Rocky Habitat
Need 30-US-gallon (110 L) tank minimum… likes groups. When it feels safe in its habitat, it will become very active. Loves to dig. pH: 7.4 - 8.6
Temperature: 22C - 26C (72F - 79F) Hardness: 12 - 20 dH
Males grow larger and seem to have more prodominant colors.
Maternal mouthbrooder. Aggressive when mating. Male is slightly overattentive of the female. Needs caves. Will circle as spawning.
Maximum Size: 6"
Temperature: 78 - 82°F
pH: 7.8 - 8.6
Water Hardness: Hard 10-20