Electric Yellow Cichlid





General

  • Geographic Origin:
    • Malawi
    • Mozambique
    • Tanzania
  • Latin Name: labidochromis caeruleum, labidochromus caeruleus
  • Other Names & Variants:
    • Electric yellow cichlid
    • Yellow prince
    • Labidochromis yellow
    • Labidochromis white
    • Blue streak hap
    • Yellow Lab
    • Lemon Drop Cichlid
    • Labido
    • yellow lab
    • Lemon Yellow Lab

Characteristics

  • Colors: Black , White , Yellow
  • Lifespan: 6.0 - 10.0 years
  • Average Size: 4.25 inches
  • Temperament: Communal
  • Breeding Style: Eggs
  • Substrate Preference: Sand
  • Swim Zone: Bottom

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Electric Yellow Cichlid.

  • Algae
  • Blackworms (live)
  • Blanched Vegetables
  • Bloodworms (frozen)
  • Bloodworms (live)
  • Brine Shrimp (frozen)
  • Brine Shrimp (live)
  • Daphnia (frozen)
  • Daphnia (live)
  • Flakes
  • Krill (live)
  • Pellets

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

  • Water Flow Preference: Normal
  • pH: ph_more_info 7.63 - 8.53
  • Temperature: 74.33°F - 82.0°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.

The Electric Yellow Cichlid is best kept in groups of 5.


References and Additional Information