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Tank Size: Provide a tank of at least 55-75 gallons for a group of Duboisi Cichlids. They need space to establish territories.
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Water Parameters: Maintain stable conditions with a temperature range of 76-82°F (24-28°C), a pH level of 7.8-8.6, and hard water typical of Lake Tanganyika.
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Filtration: Use efficient filtration to ensure good water quality and oxygenation. Frequent water changes help maintain water parameters.
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Aquascape: Create a setup with rocks and caves to mimic their rocky Lake Tanganyika habitat. Provide open swimming spaces and a sand substrate.
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Tank Mates: Duboisi Cichlids are territorial, so keep them with other Lake Tanganyika cichlids that share similar water requirements and are not overly aggressive.
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Diet: They are primarily herbivores, so provide high-quality herbivore cichlid pellets and occasional vegetable matter like blanched spinach or zucchini.
