Ctenops nobilis

A pointed mouth on a forward-projecting head; mouthbrooding males turn cryptically marbled.

The head projects forward with a pointed mouth. Males have a rounder lower jaw; females have a straighter one. Mouthbrooding males develop cryptic marbled markings and retreat to quiet places.

Adult length

Up to 10 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

15–25 °C

pH

5–7.5

Hardness

2–12 dGH

Natural habitat

Inhabits heavily vegetated rivers, lakes, streams, ponds and floodplain pools.

Higher temperatures may increase aggression or cause feeding to stop. Prevent jumping, especially in new arrivals, and check their condition after transport.