Gold Mbamba Bay (Placidochromis sp.)

Remarks: This species of Placidochromis from Mbamba Bay mimics its Jalo Reef cousin with its brilliant blue-green face, but beyond the gill plates, the body becomes golden yellow with faint black stripes appearing, depending on the mood. The dorsal, anal, pelvic, and caudal fins are dark black with light gold trim, much like a Flavescent Peacock.  Scientific Name: Placidochromis sp. Gold "Mbamba Bay" Common Name:  Max Size: 7" pH: 7.5-8.4 Hardness: Hard Temperature: 74-82° Aggressiveness: Aggressive Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred Diet: Flake or pellet Compatibility: Victorian Haps, Malawi Haps, Malawi Peacocks, Synodontis Tank Mate Options: Red Empress Sciaenochromis fryeri Blue Dolphin *****Please review our Shipping and Handling FAQ prior to placing your order. It contains important information about order fulfillment time, shipping speed, and other pertinent details.*****