(Otopharynx tetrastigma)

Remarks: Otopharynx tetrastigma males can appear similar to Tramitichromis intermedius or Lethrinops intermedius and were likely once considered the same fish. They are pit-spawners and males will attract females to a depression they create in the sand. They are also known to dive into the sand to avoid being caught! You can witness this behavior in the video below. They are more docile than most Haplochromine species.  Scientific Name: Otopharynx tetrastigma Common Name:  Max Size: 7" pH: 7.5-8.4 Hardness: Hard Temperature: 74-82° Aggressiveness: Aggressive Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred Diet: Flake or pellet Compatibility: Victorian Haps, Malawi Haps, Malawi Peacocks, Synodontis Tank Mate Options: Aulonocara sp. Dragon Blood - Black Spot Aulonocara sp. Blue Dragon Blood Blue Dolphin *****Please review our Shipping and Handling FAQ prior to placing your order. It contains important information about order fulfillment time, shipping speed, an