Kenyi Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Kenyi Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 55 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other robust, similarly aggressive Mbuna cichlids from Lake Malawi. Avoid keeping with peaceful or smaller fish. A single male with multiple females is often recommended to diffuse aggression.
• Special requirements: Requires a rocky aquascape with numerous caves and hiding places to establish territories and reduce aggression. A sandy substrate is preferred. Excellent filtration is crucial due to their messy eating habits and high bioload. Regular water changes are essential to maintain pristine water quality.

Water parameters

Temperature

76-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

7.8-8.6

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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