Black Diamond Cichlid (Delivery only)

Paratilapia polleni (Madagascar Starry Cichlid)
Native to the rivers and lakes of Madagascar, Paratilapia polleni is distinguished by its unique appearance: a deep black body speckled with shimmering blue or golden spots, like a starry sky. It is a majestic cichlid, both robust and intelligent, often considered one of the most beautiful freshwater cichlids.

Characteristics:
Adult size: 20 to 30 cm (depending on sex and strain)
Behavior: Territorial, intelligent, sometimes aggressive
Swimming zone: Mid to bottom

Water parameters:
Temperature: 23 to 27 °C
pH: 6.5 to 7.5
GH: 6 to 15 °dGH
KH: 4 to 10 °dKH

Tips:
Keep alone or in a pair in a spacious aquarium (minimum 400 L), with hiding places, roots, and open areas. It can cohabit with large, robust fish, but becomes territorial at maturity, especially during breeding season. It appreciates well-filtered, slightly acidic to neutral water, and a varied diet rich in protein (worms, mussels, meaty pellets).