Representative image — a genuine Cyprichromis leptosoma, but not confirmed to be the specific ‘Utinta’ locality variant.
In stock — 17 available
Cyprichromis Leptosoma 'Utinta'
Cyprichromis leptosomaCaptive-bred, Sydney · Natural range: Utinta, Lake Tanganyika
$75.00
Size/age: 3 - 4cm · 14 - 18 weeks
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An iridescent, peaceful open-water shoaler that brings movement and colour to the upper tank.
Care requirements
- Temperament
- Peaceful, open-water shoaler — keep in groups of 6+
- Minimum tank size
- 5ft / 300L+
- Water parameters
- pH 7.8 - 9.0 · 24 - 27°C · 10 - 20 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore — small pellet and micro live/frozen food, feeds in mid-water
About Cyprichromis Leptosoma 'Utinta'
Unlike most Tanganyikans, Cyprichromis leptosoma spends its life shoaling in open water rather than guarding rockwork, making it an excellent peaceful companion species. 'Utinta' displays a vivid blue iridescence under aquarium lighting. Best kept in groups of six or more in a tank with ample horizontal swimming room.