Kenyi Cichlid and Similar Species
Maylandia lombardoi
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Red Zebra Cichlid
Maylandia estherae
Key differences: While also a Mbuna, M. estherae males are typically orange-red (hence 'Red Zebra'), and females are often orange or brownish. M. lombardoi males are distinctly yellow.
Yellow Lab Cichlid
Labidochromis caeruleus
Key differences: L. caeruleus is entirely yellow with black fins, lacking the distinct vertical barring of M. lombardoi males. Females and juveniles of M. lombardoi are blue, unlike L. caeruleus.
Cobalt Blue Cichlid
Maylandia callainos
Key differences: M. callainos is uniformly blue, lacking the yellow coloration of M. lombardoi males and the distinct barring patterns.
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