Dicrossus maculatus belongs for sure to the most beautiful dwarf cichlids at all. But we hardly ever have seen so pretty specimens like the ones we currently were able to import!

 

The photos are taken from specimens we currently have in stock. The water in the photo-tank has been colored with dead leaves to a strong amber color in order to make the fish feel as comfortable as possible. However, on the photos this gives an impression of more yellow-orange coloration on the body than is extant. But we hesitated to correct this by Photoshop, for the overall colors’ would look unnatural in that case. 

 

For our customers: the animals have code 668506 on our stock list. Please note that we exclusively supply the wholesale trade.

Text & photos: Frank Schäfer

 

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