Acei Cichlid (Pseudotropheus sp. 'Acei')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudotropheus sp. 'Acei'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asYellow Tail Acei, Pseudotropheus acei, Msuli Acei

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietHerbivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 7.8-8.6, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Purple-blue body with contrasting yellow or white fins (the 'Yellow Tail' form is most common). Both sexes similar.

Difficulty and care for the Acei Cichlid

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Atypically peaceful, somewhat social mbuna that lives over sand/driftwood rather than strict rock territories. Keep in groups; good for calming a mixed mbuna tank.

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