Sardine Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Sardine Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 50 gallons (190 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other peaceful Tanganyikan cichlids that occupy different water columns (e.g., shell dwellers, rock dwellers). Avoid aggressive or overly boisterous tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a tall aquarium to accommodate its schooling behavior in the water column. Provide open swimming space and some rockwork for security. Maintain excellent water quality with regular water changes. Best kept in groups of 6 or more, with a higher female-to-male ratio to disperse male attention.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-80°F (24-27°C)

pH level

7.8-9.0

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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