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| This species digs in the substrate very much, so if you use 
                    plants for decoration it is wise to use hard plants and 
                    anchor them very well.  The substrate should be thick 
                    and sandy.  The aquarium should be set up with stones 
                    and driftwood.  Some flat stones for spawning are 
                    appreciated.  A territory is made.  You should 
                    keep one male together with several females. For the most part you should give them live food. Frozen and dry food are accepted as well. Breeding is not easy. Up to 60 eggs are laid and fertilized on a flat stone. Immediately after that the female takes the eggs in her mouth. At a temperature of 28°C (82°F) the young fishes leave the moth of the mother after 12 days. You can raise them with baby brine shrimp. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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