Maison Reef Zebra (Metriaclima fainzilberi)

Remarks: Metriaclima fainzilberi (formerly M. sp. Zebra Chilumba) come from Maison Reef in Malawi. Males control caves along the reef where they attract females to mate. Males are light blue to white with thick black bands running vertically from their gill plate to their caudal peduncle. They also have black bridle-like markings on their face.  Scientific Name: Metriaclima fainzilberi Common Name: Maison Reef/Zebra Chilumba 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 food low in protein Compatibility: Mbuna - Melanochromis, Pseudotropheus, Metriaclima Tank Mate Options: Williamsi Blue Lips White Tail Acei Pseudotropheus socolofi *****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.*****