Buttikofer's Tilapia Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Buttikofer's Tilapia in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 250 gallons (946 liters) for a single adult, larger for groups or breeding pairs
• Compatibility: Best kept alone or with very large, equally aggressive cichlids in a very spacious aquarium. Not suitable for community tanks with smaller or docile fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of hiding places and robust decor that cannot be easily rearranged. Excellent filtration is essential due to their size and waste production. Provide a varied diet including high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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