Labidochromis caeruleus Lion's Cove – 6 to 8 cm

Colour: yellow males and females with a black dorsal fin.

Size: male 12 cm, female 10 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: 120 cm / 240 litres

Feeding: crustaceans in the wild. Prepared foods (pellets, flakes) in captivity.

Keeping: as a pair or one male with several females. With other Lake Malawi cichlid species (please check compatibility with other species).

Breeding: maternal mouthbrooder

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

Protection status: none