Albino Socolofi Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Albino Socolofi Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept with other similarly sized and tempered Lake Malawi mbuna cichlids. Avoid keeping with overly aggressive species or very docile, small fish. Can be kept in groups with a good male-to-female ratio (e.g., 1 male to 3-4 females) to diffuse aggression.
• Special requirements: Requires a rocky aquascape with numerous caves and hiding spots to establish territories and reduce aggression. A sandy substrate is preferred as they enjoy sifting. Excellent filtration is crucial due to their 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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