Kenyi Cichlid (Maylandia lombardoi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameMaylandia lombardoi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asKennyi, Lombardoi, Metriaclima lombardoi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

Dietherbivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size50 gallons

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

Appearance

Reverse sexual dichromatism: dominant males turn bright yellow, females and subdominant males are blue with dark bars.

Difficulty and care for the Kenyi Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Very aggressive and territorial; males will harass females and tankmates. Keep one male with multiple females in a large, well-decorated tank.

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