African Butterfly Cichlid
NameAfrican Butterfly Cichlid
Scientific NameAnomalochromis thomasi
Common NamesAfrican Butterfly Cichlid, Butterfly Cichlid, Thomas's Dwarf Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginWest Africa, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesNeon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Rummy Nose Tetra, Corydoras Catfish, Otocinclus Catfish, Harlequin Rasbora, Kribensis Cichlid, Dwarf Gourami
Description
The African Butterfly Cichlid is a small, peaceful West African cichlid known for its attractive iridescent green-yellow coloration and distinctive black spots. They are an excellent choice for planted community aquariums due to their relatively calm temperament and manageable size. This species is also known for being a good parent, often breeding readily in home aquariums.
