Our Guide To Keeping Electric Yellow Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Labidochromis caeruleus
   • Common name: Electric Yellow Cichlid
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Lake Malawi in Africa
   • Adult length: 10 cm (4 inches)
   • Lifespan: 5 to 10 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Electric Yellow Cichlids need a tank with plenty of rocks and caves to mimic their natural habitat of rocky shorelines. Ensure the tank has a sandy substrate.
   • They are territorial, so provide enough hiding places and visual barriers to reduce aggression.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Electric Yellow Cichlids thrive in hard, alkaline water conditions with a pH range of 7.5 to 8.5.
   • Maintain the water temperature between 23 to 28°C (73 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Efficient filtration is necessary to maintain water quality in their relatively small tanks.
   • Ensure good water flow, but avoid strong currents as they are not natural swimmers.

5. Diet:

   • Electric Yellow Cichlids are omnivores with a preference for vegetable matter. Offer them a varied diet including high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms.

6. Tank mates:

   • They can be kept with other African cichlids of similar size and temperament, preferably those from Lake Malawi.
   • Avoid keeping them with overly aggressive or much larger tank mates.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Electric Yellow Cichlids are relatively peaceful but can be territorial, especially during breeding.
   • They are best kept in a species-only tank or with other Lake Malawi cichlids in a well-aquascaped tank with ample hiding spots.