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Cyphotilapia frontosa (Red Widow)
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The red widow is an extremely rare line bred variant of the Cyphotilapia frontosa with vibrant red and rusty colored hues that will make a great addition to any Tanganyika show tank.
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Origin | Lake Tanganyika, East Africa |
| Diet | Carnivorous, piscivorous |
| Care Level | Moderate |
| Activity | Low |
| Lifespan | 15+ years |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Tank Level | Midwater |
| Minimum Tank Size | 75 Gallons |
| Temperature Range | 72 – 82° F |
| KH | 10-20 |
| pH Range | 7.8 to 8.2 |
| Filtration/Water Flow | Low to moderate |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Breeding | Mouth brooder |
| Difficulty to Breed | Moderate |
| Compatibility | Compatible with some other rift valley lake cichlids and other large peaceful fish |