Cape kurper Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Cape kurper in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 100 liters (26 gallons)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with similarly sized, robust fish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tankmates. Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other South African cichlids or robust cyprinids.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding places among rocks, bogwood, and dense vegetation. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Access to the surface for air breathing is essential. Good water quality is paramount.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-24°C (64-75°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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