The Afra Cichlid is a beautiful fish. The males are striped in black and blue and the females are a solid light blue. They are a very aggressive species that can get territorial. Choose their tank mates wisely because they can cause issues if they are with some of the more peaceful cichlids.
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Category: African Cichlid
Common Names: Afra Cichlid, Dogtooth Cichlid, Red Top Afra, White Top Afra
Scientific Name: Cynotilapia afra
Family: Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Max Size: 4 Inches
Temperature: 76-82 F
pH: 7.6-8.2
Tank Level: Bottom
Colors: Black, Blue, Brown, Gray
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding: Difficult
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