Family: Cichlidae
Distribution: The Aulonocara brevirostre is a species of dwarf cichlid distributed in the southern part of Lake Malawi.
PH: To mirror the conditions of Lake Malawi, keep pH levels around the 8.0 – 8.5 mark.
Temperature: 26-29°C (79-84°F)
Hardness: Most Aulonocaras suit a hardness of 10 – 18 dH
Description: Male Aulonocara brevirostre cichlids usually grow up to 8 cm in length.
Diet: A healthy mix of prepared cichlid foods, vegetable matter and live meats will suit this species’ diet.
Breeding: There is not a lot of information available on this species’ breeding habits.
Comments: Given the lack of available information, this species is best left to experienced hobbyists.
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Recommended Compatible Species: Similarly sized fish of a peaceful temperament can be housed with Aulonocara cichlids. Be mindful that keeping different species of Aulonocara in the one tank can lead to interbreeding.
