Tetraspilus Hap (Otopharynx tetraspilus)

Tetraspilus Hap (Otopharynx tetraspilus)

Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.

Tetraspilus Hap is a draft Otopharynx tetraspilus authority page built from historical supplier availability while identity is verified. It creates search and Notify Me visibility for a specialist supplied fish without overstating details.

Why This Cichlid Stands Out

• Origin / Group: Lake Malawi, identity to confirm
• Display Value: It creates search and Notify Me visibility for a specialist supplied fish without overstating details.
• Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.

Aquarium Setup & Behaviour

Use a spacious Malawi aquarium with sand, open swimming space and stable filtration.

If activated as a show male, match with compatible haps/peacocks and manage space and density carefully.

For compatible African cichlid displays, a thoughtfully planned moderately higher stocking density can help diffuse aggression, but only when aquarium footprint, filtration, oxygenation, rockwork or visual barriers, and maintenance are all sufficient.

Feeding

Offer balanced Malawi cichlid foods with appropriate supplementation.

Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity

Any male display is naturally developed; no hormone colour enhancement is used.

Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard

All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Even where natural habitat references describe specialized water chemistry, our available fish have been held and monitored in stable local tap water; for customers, a mature aquarium, proper acclimation, suitable tankmates and consistent maintenance are more important than chasing unstable numbers.

Care Summary

• Scientific / Listing Name: Otopharynx tetraspilus
• Adult Size: Approximately 12–18 cm; confirm line
• Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
• Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does this listing require final verification?
Rare Otopharynx lines can be difficult to distinguish from trade records alone, so photographs should be checked before activation.

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