Iceberg Cichlid (Sciaenochromis fryeri 'Mloto')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameSciaenochromis fryeri 'Mloto'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asMloto, White Mloto, Iceberg Hap

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

Males pale icy-blue to white body with a brighter blue face and white-tipped fins; females silver.

Difficulty and care for the Iceberg Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Open-water hap, relatively peaceful but eats small fish. Keep one male with several females. Trade naming of 'Mloto/Iceberg' overlaps with several pale haps.

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