{"id":10501,"date":"2026-02-17T19:14:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:14:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/polls-congo-cichlid-ctenochromis-polli-5cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T19:14:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:14:52","slug":"polls-congo-cichlid-ctenochromis-polli-5cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=polls-congo-cichlid-ctenochromis-polli-5cm","title":{"rendered":"Poll&#8217;s Congo Cichlid Ctenochromis Polli 5cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"71\">Poll\u2019s Congo Cichlid (<em data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"48\">Ctenochromis polli<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"94\"><strong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"92\">Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"350\">Poll\u2019s Congo Cichlid is a vibrant freshwater African cichlid, known for its striking coloration and active swimming behavior. Males display intense hues during breeding, while the species overall adds energy and beauty to well-planted cichlid aquariums.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"369\"><strong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"367\">Origin<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"480\">Native to Lake Tanganyika in Africa, inhabiting rocky shorelines and sandy areas with abundant hiding spots.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"500\"><strong data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"498\">Feeding<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"692\">Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality cichlid flakes, pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), and occasional live foods. A varied diet encourages vibrant coloration and healthy growth.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"715\"><strong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"713\">Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"876\">Semi-aggressive. Best kept with other Tanganyikan cichlids of similar size and temperament. Avoid small or very passive fish that may be stressed or harassed.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"899\"><strong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"897\">Aggression<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1022\">Moderate. Territorial, especially during breeding; provide ample rock formations and hiding spaces to minimize conflict.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1051\"><strong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1049\">Experience Level<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1149\">Intermediate to advanced. Requires careful attention to water quality and tank setup to thrive.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1178\"><strong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1176\">Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1394\">\n<li data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1225\">\n<p data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1225\"><strong data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1197\">Temperature:<\/strong> 75\u00b0F \u2013 82\u00b0F (24\u00b0C \u2013 28\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1247\">\n<p data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1247\"><strong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1235\">pH:<\/strong> 7.5 \u2013 8.5<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1277\">\n<p data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1277\"><strong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1263\">Hardness:<\/strong> 10 \u2013 20 dGH<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1394\">\n<p data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1394\"><strong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1290\">Notes:<\/strong> Provide rocks, caves, and sandy substrate to mimic natural habitat; strong filtration is recommended.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1600\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Striking, active, and territorial, Poll\u2019s Congo Cichlid (<em data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1473\">Ctenochromis polli<\/em>) is ideal for aquarists seeking a colorful and engaging Tanganyikan cichlid for a well-structured African freshwater aquarium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Poll\u2019s Congo Cichlid (Ctenochromis polli) Overview Poll\u2019s Congo Cichlid is a vibrant freshwater African cichlid, known for its striking coloration and active swimming behavior. Males display intense hues during breeding, while the species overall adds energy and beauty to well-planted cichlid aquariums. 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