{"id":1791,"date":"2026-02-16T22:46:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/assorted-tropheus-tanganyikan-african-cichlids-4cm\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:56:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:56:51","slug":"assorted-tropheus-tanganyikan-african-cichlids-4cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=assorted-tropheus-tanganyikan-african-cichlids-4cm","title":{"rendered":"Assorted Tropheus Tanganyikan African Cichlids 4cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"111\"><strong data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"109\">Assorted Tropheus Tanganyikan African Cichlids<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"131\"><strong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"129\">Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"401\"><strong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"153\">Assorted Tropheus<\/strong> are small to medium-sized African cichlids known for their <strong data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"284\">vibrant colors, unique body patterns, and active schooling behavior<\/strong>. Native to Lake Tanganyika, they are highly prized by aquarists for their striking appearance and social dynamics.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"419\"><strong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"417\">Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"450\">Lake Tanganyika, East Africa<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"469\"><strong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"467\">Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"654\">\n<li data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"584\">\n<p data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"584\">Herbivorous\/omnivorous: primarily algae-based diet, supplemented with high-quality spirulina flakes or pellets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"654\">\n<p data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"654\">Occasional protein-rich foods such as finely chopped frozen foods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"676\"><strong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"674\">Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"800\">\n<li data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"758\">\n<p data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"758\">Best kept with other Tropheus or robust, similarly sized Tanganyikan cichlids<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"800\">\n<p data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"800\">Avoid slow-moving or delicate species<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"822\"><strong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"820\">Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"933\">\n<li data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"876\">\n<p data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"876\">Semi-aggressive; highly territorial within groups<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"933\">\n<p data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"933\">Maintain in colonies to reduce stress and aggression<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"961\"><strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"959\">Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1051\">Intermediate to advanced \u2013 requires stable water parameters and careful diet management<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1079\"><strong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1077\">Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1180\">\n<li data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1118\">\n<p data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1118\"><strong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1098\">Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201328\u00b0C (75\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1138\">\n<p data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1138\"><strong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1128\">pH:<\/strong> 7.8\u20139.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1180\">\n<p data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1180\"><strong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1154\">Hardness:<\/strong> Moderately hard to hard<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1197\"><strong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1195\">Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1459\">\n<li data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1287\">\n<p data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1287\">Provide rocky structures and caves to mimic natural habitat and establish territories<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1368\">\n<p data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1368\">Regular feeding with plant-based foods ensures optimal coloration and health<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1459\">\n<p data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1459\">Adds vivid color, activity, and natural behavior to specialized African cichlid setups<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1585\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">A colorful, active, and behaviorally fascinating species, ideal for aquarists seeking a true Tanganyikan cichlid experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Assorted Tropheus Tanganyikan African Cichlids Overview Assorted Tropheus are small to medium-sized African cichlids known for their vibrant colors, unique body patterns, and active schooling behavior. 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