Sunshine Cichlid

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:BIC
gptkbp:age 6-12 months
gptkbp:aquarium_trade requires hiding spots
can include hardy plants
long tanks preferred
gptkbp:average_temperature 75-82° F
gptkbp:behavior territorial
gptkbp:breeding_behavior mouthbrooder
high with proper care
forms pairs during breeding
gptkbp:breeding_season year-round in optimal conditions
gptkbp:care_instructions requires special care
tiny at hatching
gptkbp:character_traits aggressive during breeding
gptkbp:color gptkb:yellow
gptkbp:color_variation some may have darker shades
gptkbp:coloration males larger than females
bright yellow with blue accents
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Sunshine_Cichlid
gptkbp:community can be part of a community tank with caution
gptkbp:compatibility not suitable with very small fish
gptkbp:conservation_status not currently endangered
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:difficulty 10-20 d GH
gptkbp:egg_laying lay eggs on flat surfaces
gptkbp:family gptkb:Cichlidae
gptkbp:filter_type sponge filter recommended
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity regular cleaning required
minimum 30 gallons
requires sandy substrate
gptkbp:growth_rate moderate
gptkbp:habitat freshwater
rocky areas
gptkbp:hobbyist_popularity popular among aquarium enthusiasts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sunshine Cichlid
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:lighting moderate to low
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Lake_Tanganyika
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Africa
gptkbp:p_hlevel 7.8-9.0
gptkbp:parent both parents guard the fry
gptkbp:research observe for signs of stress
important before purchase
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Neolamprologus_brichardi
gptkbp:size up to 6 inches
gptkbp:social_behavior can be kept with other cichlids
gptkbp:social_structure can form small groups
gptkbp:tank_mates peaceful species recommended
gptkbp:water_quality important for health
gptkbp:water_resistance weekly 20-30%
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Neolamprologus_helianthus
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6