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| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Melanochromis chipokae |
| Common Name: |
Chipokae |
| Size: |
Up to 5 inches (12 cm) |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs in Chipoka
(southwest arm of Lake Malawi) |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallon or larger. |
| Diet: |
Mostly herbivorous, will accept most prepared foods.
include some plant material. |
| Behavior: |
Very agressive. |
| Water: |
78 - 82°F (25-28°C);pH range: 7.3
– 8.5; dH range: 7 - 18 |
| Care: |
Medium (due to aggression). Malawi Cichlids deteriorate
under poor water conditions so frequent partial water changes
are a must. |
| Communities: |
Bad, introduce after other fish. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed. |
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