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The Electric Blue African Cichlid, also known as the Electric Blue Ahli, is a fairly typical member of the Cichlidae family. Interestingly, S. ahli was first imported erroneously as Haplochromis jacksoni; however, the two species are markedly different.
The Electric Blue African Cichlid does well with other Lake Malawi cichlids when provided with a spacious, rocky tank of 70 gallons or more. Although plants are extraneous for the Electric Blue African Cichlid, they may be beneficial for other tank members; however, fish larger than three inches will often uproot live plants. The Electric Blue African Cichlid can and probably will be aggressive toward smaller fish.
Considered a specialized mouth brooder, eggs are fertilized and carried by the female. Within 12 to 18 days, fry are released, measuring 1/4 inch. Once released, they do not return to their mother again. Most members of the mouth brooding variety of African Cichlids are easily bred while in the aquarium when given the proper tank set-up and excellent water conditions. A small group of 5 to 7 females and one male will provide the best opportunities for breeding.
In the wild, the diet of the Electric Blue African Cichlid is predominately fry. In the aquarium, its diet should include frozen chopped shrimp, krill, chopped fish, and other meaty fare.
Ideal tank mates include other aggressive Lake Malawi African Cichlids and African Catfish of the genus Synodontis.
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Name: Electric Blue African Cichlid (Sciaenochromis ahli)
Family: Cichlidae Range: Africa — Lake Malawi Size: Up to 8 inches Diet: Omnivore Tank Set-up: Freshwater: Rocks, plants, sandy bottom Tank Conditions: 72-82°F; pH 7.8-8.5; dH 10-15 Minimum Tank Capacity: 70 gallon Light: Low Temperament: Aggressive Swimming Level: Middle Care Level: Easy Reproduction: Mouth Brooder |
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