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Cryptoheros nanoluteus Data Deficient

Amatitlania nanolutea, Yellow Dwarf Cichlid

Stats

Family

Cichlidae

Genus

Cryptoheros

Size

10.16 cm

males are slightly larger than females

Temperament

Peaceful, Community

Diet

Omnivore

Tank Size

113.55 L

Temperature

24.0 C - 28.0 C

Parameters

pH: 7-7.5
GH: 5-8

Level

Mid

Other Information

Sources:
https://www.fishbase.se/summary/57854
https://aquainfo.org/article/amatitlania-nanolutea/

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-layer (Parental Care)

Both female and male will defend the eggs, prefer to spawn in caves

Spawn Size

20 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Water changes

Fry Care

Parents will guard the fry, live food is suggested. If serious about breeding, it is best to remove other fish from the tank to avoid predation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XJSPWF-m-E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJeNlfdsJGs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeOFIbLPYRU

Good videos (one in natural habitat) demonstrating fry care behavior

Locations