Deep Water Hap (Placidochromis electra)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePlacidochromis electra

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asElectra, Deepwater Hap, Haplochromis electra, Placidochromis electra

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

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

Appearance

Pale powder-blue body with a distinct dark vertical bar behind the head and a metallic blue face; sexes similar, males brighter.

Difficulty and care for the Deep Water Hap

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful, sand-following hap; keep one male with several females. One of the calmer haps, good for mixed Malawi tanks.

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