{"product_id":"nanochromis-transvestitus-dwarf-cichlid","title":"Nanochromis transvestitus Rare Dwarf Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"415\" data-start=\"393\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"420\"\u003eNanochromis transvestitus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and striking dwarf cichlid native to the Congo River basin in Africa. Known for its deep \u003cstrong data-end=\"577\" data-start=\"549\"\u003ered and black coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e, bold personality, and fascinating breeding behaviors, this species is a favorite among advanced aquarists and cichlid collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1037\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eMales and females are very similar in coloration (which is why they are named \u003cem data-end=\"805\" data-start=\"790\"\u003etransvestitus\u003c\/em\u003e), with females often being slightly smaller and sometimes more vividly marked during breeding. Best kept in pairs or small groups, they thrive in a well-decorated aquarium with caves, rocks, and driftwood for hiding and spawning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003eRare West African dwarf cichlid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1147\" data-start=\"1103\"\u003eBeautiful red, brown, and black coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1150\"\u003ePeaceful with care, but territorial when breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1204\"\u003eBest kept as a pair in well-structured aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1307\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003eFascinating breeding and parental care behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1333\" data-start=\"1318\"\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1338\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1358\" data-start=\"1338\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1386\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003eNanochromis transvestitus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1437\" data-start=\"1423\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20+ gallons (long tank preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1485\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore accepts high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1590\"\u003eTemperature: 7580°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1617\"\u003epH: 6.07.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1676\" data-start=\"1635\"\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1738\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-peaceful; territorial when spawning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1828\" data-start=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1756\" data-start=\"1741\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tetras, rasboras, peaceful catfish, other dwarf cichlids with caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1850\" data-start=\"1835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003eFAQs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003eQ: Can Nanochromis transvestitus be kept in community aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1922\" data-start=\"1919\"\u003eA: Yes, with peaceful tank mates, but they may become territorial during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2167\" data-start=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2033\" data-start=\"2008\"\u003eQ: How do they breed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2033\"\u003eA: They are cave spawners; provide rock caves or coconut shells. 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