Moderate
Karilani Herring Cichlid (Cyprichromis microlepidotus)
24–27°C · pH 7.5–9 · 250L
£41.99
A schooling open-water Tanganyika cichlid for large, hard-water aquariums. Kiriza Smallscale Cyprichromis needs group numbers, swimming room and calm rock-edge zones.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cyprichromis microlepidotus
Kiriza Smallscale Cyprichromis are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour.
A schooling open-water Tanganyika cichlid for large, hard-water aquariums. Kiriza Smallscale Cyprichromis needs group numbers, swimming room and calm rock-edge zones.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cichlids are one of the most diverse fish families in the hobby. From tiny apistogrammas to massive oscars, this guide covers the basics of keeping them well.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Kiriza Smallscale Cyprichromis (Cyprichromis microlepidotus) is an open-water Lake Tanganyika cichlid, not a rock-territory bruiser. It looks best and behaves most naturally in a sizeable group with open swimming space above rock-edge territory.
| Scientific name | Cyprichromis microlepidotus Kiriza locality |
|---|---|
| Adult size | About 12cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 350 litres or larger for a proper group |
| Water | 24-26°C, pH 7.8-9.0, hard alkaline water |
| Diet | Fine plankton-style foods, cyclops, crushed flakes and baby brine shrimp |
| Temperament | Peaceful by cichlid standards; keep in groups of 10+ |
Keep this species in a long aquarium with open water, excellent oxygenation and stable Tanganyika chemistry. Small groups are nervous and male colour displays are weaker, so plan a real shoal rather than a pair.
Order with clear care guidance. Livestock is packed for a licensed live-animal courier and covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when the acclimation guidance is followed.
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