Description
Remarks: The Malawi golden cichlid (Melanochromis auratus) can be very aggressive. It is recommended that they are not kept with similarly-colored fish. These are light gold with two white stripes.
Scientific Name: Melanochromis auratus
Common Name: Albino Golden 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 – Melanochromis, Pseudotropheus, Metriaclima
Tank Mate Options:
Red Zebra
Red Top Hongi
Blue Cobalt Zebra
