Mbamba Bay Labidochromis (Labidochromis sp. 'Mbamba')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLabidochromis sp. 'Mbamba'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asPerlmutt, Labidochromis Mbamba, Pearl Labido

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

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

Appearance

Pale pearly-white to light blue body with faint barring; males show a yellowish dorsal. Subtle, attractive coloration.

Difficulty and care for the Mbamba Bay Labidochromis

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Mild Labidochromis; keep harems. A calmer addition to a mixed mbuna community.

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