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<b>Common Names:</b> Frontosa Cichlid, Paratilapia frontosa, Pelmatochromis frontosus
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Cyphotilapia frontosa</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Cichlidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 7.8-8.5 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-82°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 10-15 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 8-15 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 14 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 70g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Carnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Mouth brooder, eggs are laid in a rocky crevasse or cave and then scooped up by the female where she carries them for 21 to 28 days. Once released, she will take them back into her mouth at night or if danger is present.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Semi-aggressive
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Compatible with Plecos.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Rocks and caves with a sandy substrate and possibly a couple of plants.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Deep waters of Lake Tanganyika, Africa. Frontosa African Cichlids are considered a delicacy on the table.
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