Frontosa Cichlid

Cyphotilapia frontosa

Minimum Tank Size

125+ gal; larger for colonies

Temperature

75–79°F

PH

7.8–9.0

Adult Size

12–15 in

Temperament 

Generally calm but predatory and territorial

Care Difficulty

Advanced

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore; quality large cichlid pellets and varied meaty frozen foods.

Care Instructions

Provide a very large aquarium, hard alkaline water, rock caves and subdued areas.

Flow & Filtration

Powerful filtration and high oxygenation without excessive turbulence.

Planted Tank Suitability

Limited; rock structure is typical.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Compatible Large Tanganyikan Cichlids

Use Caution 
  • Large Synodontis
  • Other Large African Cichlids

Avoid
  • Small Fish
  • Mbuna
  • Peaceful Tropical Community Fish

Compatibility Notes

Small fish may be eaten; avoid hyper-aggressive Malawi species and incompatible water requirements.

Breeding Notes

Maternal mouthbrooder; slow-growing species.