Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – cichlid pellets, algae wafers, frozen bloodworms
Aquarium species profile
Steatocranus Blockhead Cichlid
Steatocranus tinanti · Africa (Congo River, DRC)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size4"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
Temperature75–82°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Robust Congo River fish, synodontis catfish, larger peaceful fish
Tank mates to avoid
Small timid fish, soft slow fish
Care notes
Slender Congo dwarf cichlid with elongated body (different profile than S. casuarius). Prefers fast-flowing, highly oxygenated water. Cave-spawner; forms loyal pair bond. Benthic hopper.
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.