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<b>Common Names:</b> Nanochromis Cichlid
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Nannochromis sp.</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Cichlidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.5-7.5 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-77°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 1-5 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 8-12 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 4 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 30g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> The Nanochromis will dig caves in the substrate and under objects in the aquarium for spawning. The female will deposit the eggs deep in the cave where the male will fertilize them. The fry will become waterborne in approximately 5 days.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Semi-aggressive
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Compatible with Plecos.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Heavily planted tank with rocks and driftwood.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Murky waters of Lake Mai-Ndombe, Africa
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