Our Guide To Keeping Albino Zebra Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Maylandia sp.
   • Common name: Albino Zebra Cichlid
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Lake Malawi in Africa
   • Adult length: 10 cm
   • Lifespan: 5 to 10 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Albino Zebra Cichlids prefer a rocky tank setup mimicking their natural habitat. Provide plenty of caves, crevices, and rocky structures for them to claim territories.
   • Decorate the tank with rocks and arrange them to create multiple hiding spots and territories.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Albino Zebra Cichlids thrive in hard and alkaline water conditions with a pH range of 7.5 to 8.5.
   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Ensure efficient filtration as Albino Zebra Cichlids are sensitive to poor water quality. A canister filter or a powerful hang-on-back filter is recommended for their tank.
   • Maintain good water flow but avoid strong currents as these fish prefer moderate water movement.

5. Diet:

   • Albino Zebra Cichlids are omnivores with a preference for vegetable matter. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality cichlid pellets or flakes supplemented with vegetable-based foods like spirulina.
   • Occasionally include protein-rich foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects to mimic their natural diet and enhance their coloration.

6. Tank mates:

   • Albino Zebra Cichlids are semi-aggressive and territorial, especially during breeding. They should be kept with other Lake Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament.
   • Avoid keeping them with overly aggressive or much larger fish that may bully or stress them.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Albino Zebra Cichlids are territorial and can be aggressive towards conspecifics and other tank mates, especially during breeding.
   • Provide plenty of hiding spots and visual barriers to reduce aggression and allow weaker or subordinate fish to escape aggression.