Our Guide To Keeping White Spotted Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Tropheus duboisi
   • Common name: White Spotted Cichlid
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Lake Tanganyika in East Africa
   • Adult length: 10 to 12 cm
   • Lifespan: 8 to 10 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • White Spotted Cichlids prefer a rocky setup with caves and crevices to mimic their natural habitat in Lake Tanganyika.
   • Provide a substrate of fine sand and arrange rocks to create hiding spots and territories. Ensure the tank has ample swimming space.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain water conditions with a pH of 7.8 to 9.0 and a water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).
   • Ensure good water quality with regular water changes and proper filtration.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a powerful filtration system to maintain water quality, and provide moderate water flow to mimic the natural conditions of Lake Tanganyika.

5. Diet:

   • White Spotted Cichlids are herbivores, and their diet should consist mainly of high-quality vegetable-based flakes or pellets.
   • Supplement their diet with occasional protein-rich foods like spirulina, brine shrimp, and small invertebrates.

6. Tank mates:

   • Keep White Spotted Cichlids with other Tanganyikan cichlids that share similar water parameter requirements and aggression levels.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or overly territorial species that may lead to conflicts.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • White Spotted Cichlids are known for their territorial behavior, so provide plenty of hiding spots and territories to reduce aggression.
   • They may form social hierarchies, so monitor their interactions and be prepared to separate individuals if aggression becomes excessive.