Appearance:
- Bright yellow body with iridescent sheen
- Blue mask on the head, extending to the gill plates in males
- Elongated, flowing dorsal and anal fins
- Forked caudal fin with a yellow upper lobe and a blue lower lobe
- Small, pointed mouth
- Can grow up to 5 inches (12 cm) in length
Behavior:
- Semi-aggressive: Can be territorial towards other cichlids, especially when breeding.
- Active swimmers: Enjoy exploring all levels of the tank.
- Benthic: Spend a significant amount of time near the bottom of the tank.
- Omnivorous: Feed on a variety of foods, including flakes, pellets, live food, and algae wafers.
Care requirements:
- Established freshwater aquarium (minimum 55 gallons)
- Stable water parameters:
- Temperature: 78-82°F (25-28°C)
- pH: 7.8-8.3
- Hardness: Hard water with high mineral content
- High water quality with filtration and regular water changes
- Rocky aquarium with plenty of caves and hiding places
- Varied diet
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