AMAZONAS—Freshwater Aquariums and Tropical Discovery

Haplochromis-sp-Flameback-DSC_1112-Matt-Pedersen

by | Oct 9, 2018 | 0 comments

A vividly-colored male Haplochromis sp. "Flameback", courting the dull female behind him, is an example of a highly-aggressive East African cichlid, this species endemic to Lake Victoria. While rivaling many saltwater fishes in the looks department, managing the aggression of species like this can be a challenge, so it may be wise to wait until the basics of aquarium maintenance and husbandry are well-understood before attempting a fish like this. Image credit: Matt Pedersen

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