Deepwater Hap Care Guide
Placidochromis electra
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Primarily carnivorous, preferring a diet of small fish and invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with other Malawi cichlids that do not exhibit overly aggressive behavior.
Good to Know
Deepwater Haps are sought after for their peaceful demeanor and the subtle blue hues that males exhibit.
Gender Differences
Males display more vivid coloration and are larger than females.
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