Yellow Band Tropheus Moorii Cichlid

Remarks: Tropheus are obligate herbivores, and even small amounts of protein can induce bloating conditions. They form social hierarchies and should be kept in large groups. Juvenile Black Kaiser II have alternating yellow-green and brown bands, but as they mature they develop the thick yellow saddle pictured here.

Scientific Name: Tropheus sp. Black

Common Name: Yellow Band Tropheus

Max Size: 6"

pH: 7.5-8.6

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Vegetarian flake - no protein

Compatibility: Tropheus species.