LABIDOCHROMIS ELECTRIC YELLOW - 4cm
One of the most popular aquarium fish from Lake Malawi with its vivid yellow colour and black edged fins. A generally peaceful fish, ideal for a community aquarium of Malawi Cichlids. Grows to about 10-12cm (smaller in the wild). Both sexes are almost identical in colour, mature males have more pronounced black finnage. Use dry foods rich in natural carotenoids to bring out the fish's best colours. |
CYPHOTILAPIA FRONTOSA BLUE MPIMBWE- 5cm
With their distinctive appearance, Frontosa are a majestic looking fish with enduring popularity. In the wild it occurs around rocky areas usually at depths of 20-70 metres. It should be kept in a group of 5 or more in larger aquaria. A quiet, peaceful species, but it will prey upon small fish. May grow to 30-40cm, but usually smaller. The morph at Mpimbwe is very attractive with a strong blue colour over most of the fish. |
TROPHEUS KAISER- 4cm
A very wide yellow band identifies this variant from near Ikola. Tropheus are a very popular group of algae grazing cichlids with diverse colour patterns. They prefer a large aquarium with plenty of rockwork, and should be fed predominantly vegetable based (green) foods. A group of a least 8 specimens should be kept to minimize aggression between individuals.
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PIGEON CHECKERBOARD DISCUS - 7cm
The original Pigeon Blood came from Red Turquoise parents and had yellowish, golden skin with violet stripes and black “dust“ from its mouth to its tail. From this we have seen many different variations becoming available to the market. |
BRISTLENOSE CATFISH - 6cm
Bristlenose are very popular algae eating catfish, hardy and undemanding, they adapt to most aquarium conditions. Mature males are easily identifiable by their distinctive bristles. They will spawn readily, the orange eggs are usually laid under a rock and guarded by the male until they emerge as a small replica of the adults. Grows to about 10-12cm. |
CLOWN PLECOSTOMUS - 5cm
A very efficient algae eater, this catfish will eat most forms of algae that occur in aquaria. The attractive colour pattern can vary according to aquarium conditions or the fish's mood. Grows to 10-15cm. Most aquarium stock is wild caught in Brazil. |