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African Cichlid Mix

class: Actinopterygiigenus: order: Cichliformesfamily: Cichlidaephylum: Chordata

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Store Availability

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Not currently in stock in nearby partner stores.

Care Requirements

Diet

Omnivorous

Temp. Range

23°C - 28°C

Lifespan

5 - 10 years

Habitat

African Rift Lake Rock Habitat

Space Needed

minimum 55 gallon tank

ph

7.8 - 8.6

water hardness

hard to very hard

Highly territorial and aggressive fish that require strategic overcrowding to distribute aggression. Require extensive rock structures and cave systems to establish natural territories. Strict dietary management is essential to prevent bloating.

Health & Vaccinations
Common Health Risks
Malawi bloatIchFin rotHole-in-the-head disease
Toxic To
Soft acidic waterHigh ammoniaHigh nitriteCopper sulfate

Interactive Connections

Compatible Tankmates
Electric Yellow CichlidRed Zebra CichlidDemasoni CichlidSynodontis Catfish
Incompatible (Do Not Mix)
Saddled BichirNeon TetraGuppyFreshwater AngelfishCommon GoldfishDiscus FishOrnate BichirSaddled BichirTiger Shovelnose CatfishAssorted Koi Carp
Diet & Preferred Feed
cichlid flakescichlid pelletsspirulina wafers
Required Habitat Setup
Canister FilterwavemakerAquarium Heatercrushed coral sandCichlid Stonestexas holey rockAquarium Maintenance
Compatible Plants & Flora
AnubiasJava FernVallisneria
Recommended Medicines & Treatments
MetronidazoleMelafixEpsom salt
Prone to Diseases & Infections
Malawi Bloat
Ich