Nanochromis transvestitus

Nanochromis transvestitus is a sexually dimorphic cichlid from riverine west Africa.

The Nanochromis transvestitus lives in the demersal, freshwater, pH range: 5.0 - 6.0, dH range: 5 - 12, depth range 1 - 1 m environment.

Nanochromis transvestitus is a sexually dimorphic cichlid from riverine west Africa. Unusually for cichlids, it is the female not the male that is the most colourful. The female has a checkerboard pattern on her anal and caudual fins, with bright red abdomen. More

With the Nanochromis transvestitus, you get a stunning cichlid in a dainty package! Very small for a cichlid, the Nanochromis transvestitusus reaches just over an inch in length. Both the male and female are very striking. More

>of nanochromis transvestitus living in a tank with some killies, and I want >them to breed. Can I do anything , or is it just a matter of waiting. More

One of our favourite dwarf cichlids, Nanochromis transvestitus is a truly stunning fish when in good condition. However, it is not recommended to the beginner due to its very specific water requirements. More

The keeping of the Nanochromis transvestitus is not difficult at all. This cichlid from West Africa requires the same upkeep as all other dwarf cichlids in regard to live food and soft, acidic water. More

A female Nanochromis transvestitus in the aquarium. Photo by Marcelo Casacuberta. determiner Anton Lamboj. Nanochromis transvestitus Stewart & Roberts, 1984 - Curator: Anton Lamboj. Last updated on 01-Jul-2008. More

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Nanochromis transvestitus is a cave spawner, forming a mother/father relationship in which the female cares for the eggs while the male guards and protects the spawning area. The fry are guided and defended alternatively by both parents. More

Nanochromis transvestitus is a delightful dwarf cichlid from West Africa. First discovered in Lake Mai-ndombe in 1973, it has been a favorite for specialized hobbiests since then. For many cichlid species the males are much more colorful than females. More

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Common names

Seeprapalettikala in Finnish (suomen kieli)
Transvestitcichlide in Danish (dansk)
横带彩短鲷 in Mandarin Chinese
横带彩短鲷 in Unknown
橫帶彩短鯛 in Mandarin Chinese
橫帶彩短鯛 in Unknown

Order : Perciformes
Family : Cichlidae
Genus : Nanochromis
Species : Nanochromis transvestitus
Authority : Stewart and Roberts, 1984