Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – large cichlid pellets, frozen fish, mysis shrimp
Aquarium species profile
Frontosa
Cyphotilapia frontosa · East Africa (Lake Tanganyika)
Minimum tank125 gal
Adult size12–14"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature74–79°F
pH range7.8–9.0
Compatible tank mates
Other large Tanganyikan cichlids, large Plecos
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish (will eat them), overly aggressive cichlids, fish from other biotopes
Care notes
Slow-moving, majestic fish with prominent nuchal hump. Mouthbrooder. Best kept in harems (1 male, 4–6 females). Prefer deep, cooler water.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.