
Fish Species
Taiwan Reef
Protomelas sp. "steveni Taiwan"
About
The Taiwan Reef cichlid is a striking and relatively peaceful Utaka-type cichlid from Lake Malawi. Males display brilliant metallic blue bodies with prominent orange blotches, especially on the fins and lower body, making them a popular choice for African cichlid enthusiasts.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Protomelas sp. "steveni Taiwan"
Origin Region
Lake Malawi, Africa
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
20 cm | 7.9 in
Water Requirements
Lake MalawiTemperature
24–28°C
pH
7.8–8.6
GH Hardness
10–20dGH
KH Alkalinity
10–15dKH
Min Tank Size
200L