{"product_id":"black-widow-frontosa","title":"Black widow frontosa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Widow Frontosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific name: Cyrtocara frontosa (Black Widow Variant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Temperature: 24–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•pH Level: 7.8–9.0 (Alkaline Water)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Adult Size: 30–35 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Minimum Tank Size: 350 Liters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Temperament: Semi aggressive (Calm but Predatory)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Tank Level: Bottom to middle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Diet: Carnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Care Level: Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Lifespan: 15+ years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Widow Frontosa is a rare and striking dark variant of Cyrtocara frontosa, prized for its deep black coloration combined with the classic Frontosa body shape and prominent head hump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from Lake Tanganyika cichlid bloodlines, this species is known for its calm, majestic swimming style and impressive adult size. Unlike many aggressive cichlids, Frontosas are generally slow andmoving and deliberate but will prey on smaller fish.As they mature, males develop a pronounced nuchal hump (forehead bump), making them a true showpiece in large African cichlid aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable Tank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Other large Tanganyika cichlids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Larger peaceful African cichlids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Similar-sized Frontosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Small community fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Mbuna (overly aggressive rock-dwelling cichlids)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Very small bottom dwellers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest kept in species groups (1 male with multiple females) in large aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•High-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Frozen krill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Silversides (occasionally)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed once daily. Avoid feeder fish to prevent disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•350L+ large aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Strong filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Sandy substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Rock formations \u0026amp; caves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•High pH \u0026amp; stable alkaline water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide open swimming space and deep water style decor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southwest Tropical \u0026 Marine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57583350350211,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/swtropicalmarine.co.uk\/products\/black-widow-frontosa","provider":"Southwest Tropical \u0026 Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}