Blue Neon Cichlid (Paracyprichromis nigripinnis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameParacyprichromis nigripinnis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asParacyp, Nigripinnis, Blue Neon

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Dark-bodied schooler whose males glow with iridescent blue neon longitudinal stripes when displaying near rocks.

Difficulty and care for the Blue Neon Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Gentle open-water schooler, even calmer than Cyprichromis; needs a group and tank cover to thrive.

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