Fish Species
Red Cap Lethrinops
Lethrinops sp. "Red Cap"
About
The Red Cap Lethrinops is a sand-dwelling cichlid from Lake Malawi, known for its distinctive red or orange coloration on the head of mature males. They are peaceful for a cichlid, making them suitable for community tanks with other peaceful Malawi cichlids. They are excellent sand-sifters, constantly sifting through the substrate in search of food.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Lethrinops sp. "Red Cap"
Origin Region
Lake Malawi, Africa
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Water Requirements
Lake MalawiTemperature
24–28°C
pH
7.8–8.6
GH Hardness
10–20dGH
KH Alkalinity
10–15dKH
Min Tank Size
250L