Buruni Frontosa
Regal Beauty from the Depths of Lake Tanganyika
Turn your tank into a throne room with the Burundi Frontosa, a slow-moving stunner known for its bold stripes, nuchal hump, and calm demeanor. Native to the deep waters of Lake Tanganyika, this African cichlid brings elegance and authority to any setup.
Frontosa
💧 Water Parameters
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Temp: 75–80°F
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pH: 7.8–9.0
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Hardness: Hard water preferred
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Nitrates: < 20 ppm
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Water changes: 25–30% weekly
🍤 Diet
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Carnivore: pellets, krill, shrimp, night crawlers, clams, flakes
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Feed 1–2x daily
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Occasional frozen treats, like beefheart, and cichlid delight
🏞️ Tank Setup
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Minimum 125 gallons (group of 6+)
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Sand or fine gravel substrate
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Caves, rocks, low light
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Gentle flow, strong filtration
🧠 Behavior
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Peaceful, slow-moving
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Best in groups
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Shy at first, settles with time
🤝 Compatibility
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Tanganyika cichlids only
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Avoid aggressive or fast fish
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Needs space and hiding spots
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