Fish Species
Saulosi Mbuna
Chindongo saulosi
About
The Saulosi Mbuna is a small, vibrant cichlid from Lake Malawi. Males display brilliant blue with black barring, while females and juveniles are bright yellow. They are active fish and are best kept in a species-specific tank or with other robust Mbuna cichlids. They require rocky aquascaping with plenty of hiding spots.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Chindongo saulosi
Origin Region
Lake Malawi, Africa
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Herbivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
9 cm | 3.5 in
Water Requirements
Lake MalawiTemperature
24–28°C
pH
7.8–8.6
GH Hardness
10–20dGH
KH Alkalinity
10–15dKH
Min Tank Size
120L