Hongi Super Red (Labidochromis sp. 'Hongi Super Red')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLabidochromis sp. 'Hongi Super Red'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asSuper Red Top Hongi, Hongi Red, Kimpuma Super Red

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.5 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Blue body with an intensely red-orange dorsal and upper body; males especially vivid. A high-color hongi strain.

Difficulty and care for the Hongi Super Red

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Selectively-bred bright-red line of the hongi Labidochromis; moderately peaceful, keep in harems.

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