Tropheops romandi
NameTropheops romandi
Scientific NameTropheops romandi
Common NamesRomandi Tropheops, Tropheops sp. 'Romandi'
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Malawi
Temperamentaggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)76-82
pH Range7.8-8.6
Compatible SpeciesOther robust Lake Malawi Mbuna cichlids, Yellow Lab Cichlid (Labidochromis caeruleus), Kenyi Cichlid (Maylandia lombardoi), Red Zebra Cichlid (Maylandia estherae)
Description
Tropheops romandi is a vibrant Mbuna cichlid from Lake Malawi, characterized by its yellow-green body and vertical barring. These aggressive herbivores require a large, rocky aquarium with specific hard, alkaline water conditions. They are best kept in a species-only tank or with other robust Mbuna to manage their territorial nature.
