Males take a long time to mature. They usually don't get full color until 9"+
The males available have a little color at this size.
Scientific Name: Buccochromis Lepturus Green
Common Name(s):
Geo. Origin: Lake-wide distribution
Habitat: Sandy habitat & sometimes intermediate habitat to hunt
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder
Temperament: Mildly Aggressive
Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive
Maximum Size: 11-16"
Temperature: 74 - 84°F
pH: 7.4 - 8.4
Water Hardness: Hard
Family: Predator Hap
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