{"title":"Tanganyikan Cichlids","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse Lake Tanganyika cichlids such as frontosas, Julidochromis, and Tropheus. Find them at Underwater Tropics in Tallahassee. All sales are in store. Call \u003ca href=\"tel:+18502968608\"\u003e(850) 296-8608\u003c\/a\u003e to check availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"neo-lelupi-cichlid","title":"Neo Lelupi Cichlid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons for an adult pair with rockwork. Use a larger tank for a Tanganyikan community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.9 in (100 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose tankmates around adult size and territorial behavior. Provide rockwork and adequate retreat areas; not every Tanganyikan species has the same social needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a species-appropriate cichlid pellet and suitable frozen foods. Ask which species we have before choosing a staple.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer bite-sized pieces of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for variety if accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46493923377388,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_9157e9f9-a9ce-455c-9a79-085c91d738d2.jpg?v=1752700908"},{"product_id":"frontosa","title":"Frontosa","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 × 24 in (240 × 60 cm) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in (255 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose tankmates around adult size and territorial behavior. Provide rockwork and adequate retreat areas; not every Tanganyikan species has the same social needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk which species you’re feeding, then choose a suitable cichlid pellet and frozen foods. Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellet size and formula fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46589261185260,"sku":"","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8013bcd9-4458-45ac-a2f6-b6505525678d.jpg?v=1752695189"},{"product_id":"firecracker-tropheus-cichlid","title":"Firecracker Tropheus Cichlid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons or larger for a carefully planned group, with strong filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 in (145 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid casual mixed-community stocking and sudden changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBase the diet on a suitable algae- or spirulina-rich Tropheus food. Keep portions small and skip rich, meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA planned species group needs ample space and experienced management.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46594627666156,"sku":"","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_924d3b2d-536b-45ba-bb24-46bf12ba7f73.jpg?v=1752694778"},{"product_id":"julidochromis","title":"Julidochromis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons for one established pair in a rocky setup. Larger species and communities need more room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 7.8–9.0 · GH 10–20 dGH · stable, buffered water. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTankmates and setup*\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRock-dwelling Lake Tanganyika cichlids. Provide separate rock piles and caves, and confirm the species before mixing with other territorial fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Temperament varies by fish and setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer bite-sized cichlid food and small frozen invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer bite-sized pieces of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for variety if accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47151029158124,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"african-frontosa-black-widow-small","title":"African - Frontosa Black Widow Small","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 × 24 in (240 × 60 cm) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in (255 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose tankmates around adult size and territorial behavior. Provide rockwork and adequate retreat areas; not every Tanganyikan species has the same social needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk which species you’re feeding, then choose a suitable cichlid pellet and frozen foods. Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellet size and formula fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233995501804,"sku":null,"price":66.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"frontosa-xsm","title":"FRONTOSA XSM","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 × 24 in (240 × 60 cm) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in (255 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F (24–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–8.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose tankmates around adult size and territorial behavior. Provide rockwork and adequate retreat areas; not every Tanganyikan species has the same social needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk which species you’re feeding, then choose a suitable cichlid pellet and frozen foods. Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellet size and formula fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eExample from the store’s photo library. 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