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Red Fin - Copadichromis borleyi
Scientific name: Copadichromis borleyi
Common name: Red Fin
Family: Cichlidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 11 - 14 cm (4.33 - 5.51 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 8 - 8.5
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 15°N (214.29 - 267.86ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: Africa
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful
Usual place in the tank: Middle levels
Food and feeding
The staple diet of Red Fin should consist of quality flakes or cichlid pellets. Spirulina flake will provide a healthy supplement for them.
Origin
Africa; this species is endemic to Lake Malawi.
Sexing
Males tend to be brightly colored; females will display a dark body with red fins.
Breeding
It is best to keep 1 male with several females. The male will color up and display to the female in a courtship ritual. Spawning will follow on a flat surface and the female will scoop up the eggs into her mouth. Incubation is normally 3-4 weeks and when the fry are released they will be quite large. They can be fed on cyclopeeze or brine shrimp.
Lifespan
The expected life span for Red Fin is 12 years.
Short description
Copadichromis borleyi was not discovered until 1960 but it makes a great addition to the Malawi tank. It is a very peaceful species compared to other Malawi. The male will be very caring for his group of females.