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Melanochromis lepidiadaptes

White-Tailed Melanochromis, Lepidiadaptes Cichlid
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
8.8–8.8
dGH
8–25 ppm
Size
12 cm
Tank
180 L
Melanochromis lepidiadaptes is an active swimmer and can be territorial. It's best kept in a specialized African cichlid aquarium setup with proper hiding spots to mimic its natural environment and reduce aggression.

Water parameters

Hardness
8–25 ppm
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
8.8–8.8

Tank & size

Fish size
12 cm
Tank length
100 cm
Tank volume
180 L

Distribution

Malawi.