Kenyi Care Guide
Maylandia lombardoi
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Bioload Score
4000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; diet should include algae-based foods and proteins.
Community Compatibility
Known for their aggressive behavior, best kept in species-specific or large cichlid tanks.
Good to Know
Kenyi cichlids undergo a dramatic color change as they mature, offering a unique visual dynamic in the aquarium.
Gender Differences
Males turn yellow with age, while females become a more brilliant blue.
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