Duboisi Cichlid
NameDuboisi Cichlid
Scientific NameTropheus duboisi
Common NamesDuboisi Cichlid, White-Spotted Cichlid, Yellow-Banded Tropheus
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Tanganyika
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.0-9.0
Compatible SpeciesJulidochromis species, Altolamprologus species, Other Tropheus species (in large groups), Cyprichromis species
Description
The Duboisi Cichlid is a stunning Tanganyikan cichlid known for its dramatic color transformation from a spotted juvenile to an adult with a dark body, blue face, and a prominent yellow band. These active herbivores require a specialized diet and pristine, hard, alkaline water conditions. They are best kept in species-specific tanks or with other robust Tanganyikan cichlids.
