Copadichromis azureus Care Guide
Copadichromis azureus
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Bioload Score
12000
Semi-AggressiveModerate
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 250L (66 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 4 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivorous plankton feeder that eats zooplankton, small invertebrates, algae and prepared cichlid foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful Lake Malawi peacocks and non-aggressive haps of similar size, but highly aggressive mbuna should be avoided.
Good to Know
Copadichromis azureus is a Lake Malawi mouthbrooder whose males become intensely blue when mature and displaying.
Gender Differences
Males develop vivid metallic blue coloration, while females remain silvery or brownish and are generally less colourful.
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