Buffalo Head Cichlid

Remarks: These fascinating little cichlids develop a large hump, called a nuchal hump, on their heads upon maturity with it being more exaggerated on males. The more dominant the male, the bigger the hump!

Scientific Name: Steatocranus casuarius

Common Name: Buffalo Head Cichlid

Max Size: 5"

pH: 6.0-7.5

Hardness: Moderate

Temperature: 72-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: West Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet

Compatibility: West African cichlids, catfish, larger schooling fish.

Tank Mate Options:

• Congo Tetra
• Synodontis ocellifer
• Slender Buffalo Head Cichlid