Remarks: Buccochromis nototaenia are large and need a lot of space to swim. They are not recommended for tanks smaller than 100 gallons. They are piscivorous and will chase smaller fish to eat. They are found over sandy substrates in Lake Malawi.
Scientific Name: Buccochromis nototaenia
Common Name:
Max Size: 16″
pH: 7.5-8.4
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 74-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet
Compatibility: Lake Malawi Haps, Peacocks, Synodontis catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
- Aulonocara sp. Dragon Blood – Black Spot
- Red Empress
- Blue Dolphin
| Gender | 1.25-2.0 inch Guaranteed Female, 1.25-2.0 inch Guaranteed Male, 1.25-2.0 inch Pair 1m/1f, 1.25-2.0 unsexed juvenille |
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