Snow White Socolofi (Pseudotropheus socolofi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudotropheus socolofi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asPowder Blue Cichlid, Pindani, Eduard's Mbuna, Chindongo socolofi

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietHerbivore

Adult size4.5 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Powder-blue body with black-edged fins in the wild form; the 'Snow White' albino morph is solid white. Both sexes similar.

Difficulty and care for the Snow White Socolofi

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Comparatively mild mbuna; keep in harems. The natural powder-blue form and an albino 'Snow White' line are both common in the trade.

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