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Fresh Water Fish - PLACIDOCHROMIS TANZANIA-5-6 inch - CC-1718

KD 6.000
  • Availability :In Stock

Delivery

Usually delivered in 2-4 days

Highlights

Care & Tank Requirements

  • Tank size: Minimum 75 gallons for a group

  • Water parameters:

    • Temp: 24–28 °C

    • pH: 7.5–8.5

    • Hardness: Moderately hard

  • Setup: Sandy substrate, rocks, caves, and open swimming areas (they are sand-dwellers in nature)

  • Behavior: Relatively peaceful compared to other Malawi cichlids; males may spar but rarely cause harm

Diet

  • Omnivorous: High-quality cichlid pellets, supplemented with frozen/live foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms)

  • Note: Avoid excessive protein-rich diets to prevent Malawi bloat

Description

Placidochromis sp. “Phenochilus Tanzania” (commonly called the Star Sapphire Cichlid) is a stunning Lake Malawi species, famous for its deep blue body speckled with silver-white “star” spots.

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