Electric Blue Ahli (Sciaenochromis fryeri)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameSciaenochromis fryeri

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asElectric Blue Hap, Hap ahli, Sciaenochromis ahli, Electric Blue Cichlid

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size7 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

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

Appearance

Dominant males brilliant electric blue, often with a white blaze on the head; females and subdominant males silvery-grey.

Difficulty and care for the Electric Blue Ahli

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Predatory open-water hap; will eat fish small enough to swallow. Territorial males. Keep with similarly sized haps and peacocks.

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