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Electric Blue Hap Aquarium Care Guide

Sciaenochromis fryeri

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Keeping Electric Blue Hap in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept with other large, robust Lake Malawi cichlids of similar temperament. Avoid keeping with small, timid fish or highly aggressive species. Can be kept in a species-specific tank or a large community cichlid tank.
  • Special requirements: Requires a spacious aquarium with plenty of open swimming space and rockwork for territories and hiding spots. A sandy substrate is preferred. Excellent filtration is crucial due to their carnivorous diet and waste production. Maintain stable water parameters and perform regular water changes.

Water parameters

Temperature
76-82°F (24-28°C)
pH level
7.8-8.6
Hardness
10-20 dGH

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