Nkondwe Silver Streak (Ophthalmotilapia boops)

Remarks: Ophthalmotilapia boops (pronounced BOW-ops) are part of a group of Tanganyikan cichlids called Featherfins. Males have elaborate pelvic fins that extend through the anal fin and end in bright egg spots. This species is fairly active and requires a large space for swimming, both in the open and among rock piles.  Scientific Name: Ophthalmotilapia boops Common Name: Silver Streak Max Size: 5" pH: 7.5-8.6 Hardness: Hard Temperature: 70-82° Aggressiveness: Aggressive Region of Origin: Lake Tanganyika, Africa Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred F1 Diet: Frozen meats and vegetarian flake or pellet. Compatibility: Cyprichromis, rock-dwelling  and shell-dwelling Tanganyikan cichlids Tank Mate Options: Cyprichromis leptosoma "Kerenge" Julidochromis ornatus (Neolamprologus multifasciatus) *****Please review our Shipping and Handling FAQ prior to placing your order. It contains important information about order fulfillment time, shipping speed, and other pertinent details.*****