Zebra Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Zebra Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other robust Lake Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament. Avoid keeping with peaceful or smaller fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a rocky aquascape with numerous caves and hiding spots to establish territories. Overstocking can help diffuse aggression. A high-quality spirulina-based flake or pellet food should form the staple diet, supplemented with occasional protein sources like brine shrimp or mysis shrimp. Avoid overfeeding protein, which can lead to 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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