Tropheus Moori Bemba Flame
Scientific Name: Tropheus sp.
Recommended Aquarium: 30+ gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 5 inches
Temperament: Aggressive
Ease of Care: Moderate
Diet: Herbivore,Omnivore
Native Waters: Africa, Lake Tanganyika
This native African fish is primarily a vegetarian but will also appreciate meaty foods added to its diet to provide variety. Tank temperature for the Bemba flame should be a little warmer than some aquarists are used to, with a water temperature of 80 to 82 degrees Farenheit. They like a lot of rocky cover for shelter, and so that they can establish a territory in the aquarium.
Approximate arrival size for Bemba Flame: 1 to 2 inches