Rusty Cichlid
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| Management number | 234589322 | Release Date | 2026/07/02 | List Price | $3.60 | Model Number | 234589322 | ||
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Rusty Cichlids (Iodotropheus sprengerae) are peaceful and colorful Mbuna from Lake Malawi, named for their soft orange-to-rust body coloration with hints of violet. They are one of the more community-friendly African cichlids and do well in rocky aquascapes with similarly tempered tankmates.
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Temperature: 75–80°F
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pH: 7.6–8.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)
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Hardness: 10–20 dGH
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Temperament: Peaceful for a Mbuna; mildly territorial
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Recommended Group Size: 1 male with 2–3 females, or in species-only groups
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Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons
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Max Size: 4 inches
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Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, spirulina flakes, Hikari Cichlid Excel, and occasional blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
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