African Cichlid Obiquidens

Nutrition: While carnivorous in the wild, this species will do well with a cichlid flake or pellet designed for African cichlids. Will also accept chunks of frozen brine shrimp or frozen beef heart.

Breeding & Spawning: Maternal mouthbrooders.  Females will guard the fry for up to two months after release allowing them to be raised in the same tank with the parents.

Gender: The belly of the males turn red and portions of the body turn yellow. Females remain greenish-brown with black or dark brown vertical stripes.