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Electric Yellow Cichlid

class: Actinopterygiigenus: Labidochromisorder: Cichliformesfamily: Cichlidaephylum: Chordata

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Store Availability

0 shops

Not currently in stock in nearby partner stores.

Care Requirements

Diet

Omnivorous

Temp. Range

23°C - 28°C

Lifespan

6 - 10 years

Habitat

African Rift Lake Rock Habitat

Space Needed

minimum 50 gallon tank

ph

7.8 - 8.6

water hardness

hard to very hard

One of the most peaceful Mbuna cichlids available, making it highly popular for beginners. Requires plenty of rocky caves and hiding spaces to reduce minor territorial disputes. Prone to obesity if fed heavy high-protein animal diets.

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

Interactive Connections

Compatible Tankmates
African Cichlid MixBlue Orchid CichlidRusty CichlidAcei CichlidSynodontis CatfishRed Zebra CichlidDemasoni CichlidRusty CichlidBlue Orchid CichlidAcei CichlidRed Flush Peacock CichlidSunshine Peacock Cichlid
Incompatible (Do Not Mix)
Neon TetraGuppyFreshwater AngelfishCommon GoldfishDiscus Fish
Diet & Preferred Feed
cichlid pelletscichlid flakesspirulina wafersmysis shrimp
Required Habitat Setup
Canister FilterAquarium Heaterwavemakercrushed coral sandCichlid Stonestexas holey rockAquarium Maintenance
Compatible Plants & Flora
AnubiasJava FernVallisneria
Recommended Medicines & Treatments
MetronidazoleMelafixEpsom salt
Prone to Diseases & Infections
Malawi Bloat
Ich