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| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Melanochromis parallelus |
| Common Name: |
Parallel-striped Mbuna |
| Size: |
Up to 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Off Chisumulu Island,
Likoma Island and the northwestern coast of Lake Malawi. |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallon or larger. |
| Diet: |
Mostly herbivorous, will accept most prepared foods.
include some plant material. |
| Behavior: |
Agressive. |
| Water: |
72 - 81°F (22-27°C);pH range: 7.5
– 9.0; dH range: 10 - 25 |
| Care: |
Easy. Malawi Cichlids deteriorate under poor water
conditions so frequent partial water changes are a must. |
| Communities: |
Only with other aggressive mbuna. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed. |
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