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| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Melanochromis perileucos |
| Common Name: |
Black-White Johannii |
| Size: |
Up to 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs Likoma Island
(Membe Point) |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallon or larger. |
| Diet: |
Mostly herbivorous, will accept most prepared foods.
include some plant material. |
| Behavior: |
Very agressive. |
| Water: |
72 - 82°F (22-28°C);pH range: 7.8–
8.6; dH range: 9 - 19 |
| Care: |
Medium (due to aggression). Malawi Cichlids deteriorate
under poor water conditions so frequent partial water changes
are a must. |
| Communities: |
Bad, best in species only. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed. |
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