Maingano Cichlid 2.5"-3" (Melanochromis Cyaneorhabdos)

 This mbuna is often confused with M. johannii. One important distinguishing characteristic is that females are not orange, whereas femaleM. johanii are. Both male & female M. cyanerhabdos are colored the same; however, males may have more intense coloring, particularly in dominant or sexually active males. Another key distinguishing feature of M. cyaneorhabdos from M. johannii is the lack of vertical stripes.

Origin: Likoma Island

Temperature: 78 to 82 Degrees

Temperament: Semi Aggressive

Diet: Omnivore

Sex Difference: Monomorphic

PH Level: 7.8 to 8.6 ppm

Size: 4" maximum