Maingano Cichlid (Pseudotropheus cyaneorhabdos)

Remarks: Formerly a member of Melanochromis, Pseudotropheus cyaneorhabdos is a small mbuna that boasts a feisty temper. Both males and females have dark bodies with electric blue stripes from their shoulder to their tail. Females have slightly muted coloration compared to males. They can be separated from P. johannii because female P. johannii are orange rather than black and blue.  Scientific Name: Pseudotropheus cyaneorhabdos Common Name: Maingano Cichlid Max Size: 5" 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 food low in protein Compatibility: Mbuna, Synodontis Tank Mate Options: Malawi Golden Cichlid Metriaclima auratus Pseudotropheus lombardoi *****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.***** ***** Please read our SHIPPING A