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Labidochromis sp."hongi" can be found along the rocky coasts near Hongi Island, Lundo Island and around the reefs which are situated between these islands. However they were also spotted near Undu Point, Liuli and Ngkuyo Island. Because of this range there are existing some geographical colordifferences. It`s a very territorial species which defends its cave fiercely. This "Sunflower" variant is a breeding type gained from selective breeding of Labidochromis Hongi red top ( Sweden / super red) which can not be found in the Lake. In the lake the males of these species can grow to 9 cm, in the aquarium however they can grow taller because of a good feeding. The males can then grow to about 12 cm, females grow to about 9 cm. Labidochromis sp."hongi" can behave intolerant against equal male species. Against other inhabitants they are in general tolerant. You can best keep this species with multiple females and a lot of hiding places in the aquarium. In the lake they are mainly feeding themselves with little insects but also looking for food on rocks covered with algae. In the aquarium they are comfortable with any food. They take everything they get offered, like spirulina pellets, mysis, artemia, cyclops and shrimp-peas mix. 
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