Electric Blue Hap Aquarium Care Guide
Sciaenochromis fryeri
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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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