Mastacembellus shiranus – Wild – Size M – Rare

Colour: golden with brown patterns.

Size: 30 cm

Water parameters: temperature 22 °C to 28 °C, pH 7 to 8.5, KH 5 to 15, nitrite 0 mg/L

Lifespan: 10 years

Aquarium size: 100 cm / 100 litres

Feeding: fry and small crustaceans in the wild. Bloodworms in captivity.

Keeping: alone or in groups. With other Lake Malawi cichlid species (please check compatibility with other species).

Breeding: concealed substrate.

Origin: endemic to Lake Malawi (Africa). Animals purchased must not be released into the wild in order to protect wildlife.

Protection status: none