Bumblebee Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Bumblebee Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other robust mbuna cichlids from Lake Malawi. Avoid keeping with peaceful or smaller fish. A single male with multiple females is recommended to disperse aggression.
• Special requirements: Requires a rocky aquascape with numerous caves and hiding spots to mimic its natural habitat. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential due to their messy eating habits and high bioload. Provide a varied diet to prevent Malawi bloat.

Water parameters

Temperature

76-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

7.8-8.6

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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