Saulosi Cichlid (Pseudotropheus saulosi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudotropheus saulosi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asSaulosi, Chindongo saulosi, Dwarf Mbuna

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietherbivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

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

Appearance

Striking sexual dichromatism: males electric blue with dark bars, females and juveniles solid bright yellow-orange.

Difficulty and care for the Saulosi Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Less aggressive than many mbuna but males are territorial. Keep one male with several females; groups help spread aggression.

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