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Blue Orchid Cichlid

class: Actinopterygiigenus: Aulonocaraorder: Cichliformesfamily: Cichlidaephylum: Chordata

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Care Requirements

Diet

Carnivorous

Temp. Range

23°C - 28°C

Lifespan

6 - 10 years

Habitat

African Rift Lake Sandy Rock Transition Zone

Space Needed

minimum 55 gallon tank

7.8 - 8.6

water hardness

hard to very hard

A relatively peaceful, mild-tempered African peacock cichlid that sifts through sandy substrates to look for food. Prone to being bullied by hyper-aggressive Mbuna cichlids, so tankmates should be selected carefully. Requires pristine, highly oxygenated water conditions.

Health & Vaccinations

Common Health Risks

Malawi bloatIchFin rotHole-in-the-head disease

Toxic To

Soft acidic waterHigh ammoniaHigh nitriteCopper sulfate