Rubricatochromis exsul 3-5cm
Rubricatochromis exsul 3-5cm

Rubricatochromis exsul 3-5cm

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Rubricatochromis exsul (3-5 cm)

Red Jewel" cichlid from Lake Turkana - small but lively

Rubricatochromis exsul is a cichlid native to Lake Turkana (Kenya), remarkable for its intense red/orange colour and dark fins. Although small in size, it requires a well-structured aquarium and stable conditions.

Behaviour & care

  • Moderately territorial: may remain fairly peaceful compared with other jewels, but remains active and defends its territory.
  • Ideal in pairs or small young groups, in a suitable tank.
  • Swims rather close to the bottom or in a rocky setting with hiding places.

Diet

  • Omnivorous with carnivorous tendencies: accepts pellets, enriched flakes, frozen/live food (e.g. artemia, worms) to support the colour.
  • Varying the diet helps to achieve a bright red colour.

Water quality

  • Temperature: around 23 - 28°C.
  • pH: 7.0 - 8.5 (alkaline water) recommended.
  • Hardness: moderate to hard - suitable for Lake Turkana waters.

Decor & environment

  • Medium sand or gravel, rocky or lava backdrop, plenty of hiding places.
  • Recommended volume: for a couple or small group, a 100-litre tank is recommended to leave plenty of space and limit stress.
  • Avoid overly lively or aggressive species that could dominate them.

Maintenance sheet

Scientific name Rubricatochromis exsul
Common name Turkana Red Jewel
Estimated adult size 8-10 cm (3-5 cm specimens are young)
Sale size 3-5 cm
Origin Lake Turkana, Kenya
Temperature 23 - 28 °C
pH 7,0 - 8,5
Behaviour Moderate territorial, bottom/environment
Living zone Bottom & rocky areas
Minimum volume recommended 100 L (for young couple) - larger preferred
Diet Omnivore to carnivore

Aquabota tip

To bring out its intense red colour, keep it in stable water with a dark or rocky backdrop and add hiding places in the foreground. Leave a clear area for swimming and avoid fish that are too dominant. This species deserves a calm environment for observation rather than an overcrowded tank.

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in secure isothermal packaging, including pure oxygen and, if necessary, a thermal gel pack.

Delivery methods

  • France Express - Secure delivery in France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
  • In-store collection - Available in Sombreffe (Belgium).

Shipment organisation

  • Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 am.
  • France: dispatches on Monday or Tuesday depending on department, delivery between Tuesday and Thursday.
  • Belgium & Luxembourg: dispatches on Monday and Tuesday, delivery on Tuesday or Wednesday.
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.

Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.

No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.

Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.

You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.

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