Labidochromis caeruleus

Electric Yellow Cichlid

freshwater

Bioload 0.7

Care at a glance

Keep the full range stable rather than chasing a single perfect number. Acclimate slowly and test water before making any major change.

Temperature

24–28°C

pH range

7.5–8.6

Minimum tank

150 litres

Typical lifespan

8 years

Diet

Omnivore

Origin

Lake Malawi

Community planning

No simple community match is listed. Review temperament, size and individual behaviour carefully.

Watch for

malawi bloataggression injury

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Profile provenance

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