Schwefelkopf mouthbrooders
Otopharynx lithobates is the most famous representative of this genre, considering that most aquarists know this kind under various generic names as Haplochromis, Aulonocara, Cyrtocara, Trematocranus or Aristochromis with the dealer name "lombardoi". Otopharynx lithobates inhabited the southern part of Lake Malawi, where he - like Aulonocara species - preferably staying in caves. In addition to the color variant shown here another variation exists with a striking yellow forehead. The females, however, are silvery with three dark spots on the sides. Since adult males usually not much greater than 12 15 cm - are, they are for aquariums from 100 cm thoroughly recommended. In addition to the natural habitat adapted Beck means is to pay attention to a balanced diet with plenty of plant foods. The breeding of this cichlid is not too difficult. After a small pit was dug by the male, spawning takes place in the typical for most mouthbrooders T-position. After 14-18 days between 20 and 40 juveniles are released by the female from the mouth. Feeding the breeding can be done immediately with Artemia.