Slender Buffalo Head - Steatocranus tinanti

Source : Hobbyist bred Size: Approx 1.5" Sold as: Unsexed juveniles  Description:  Meet the Slender Buffalohead —the quirky little cichlid with a big personality packed into a streamlined body! Native to the fast-flowing waters of the Congo River, this fish brings a unique charm to aquariums with its sleek profile, subtle coloration, and signature head shape that gives it that lovable “buffalo” look (just a bit more aerodynamic!). Unlike their chunkier cousins, Slender Buffaloheads are more elongated and agile, built for life in strong currents. They’re bottom-dwellers by nature, often seen perching on rocks or hovering with minimal effort thanks to their reduced swim bladders—think of them as the couch potatoes of the riverbed, only much cooler. These fish are full of character—shy but curious, territorial but not overly aggressive. In the right tank setup with plenty of hiding spots and moderate water flow, they’ll reward you with fascinating social interactions and even the occasion