Walteri Hap Care Guide
Copadichromis virginalis
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Bioload Score
5000
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
Omnivorous, feeding mainly on zooplankton and other small invertebrates, with some algae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful Lake Malawi haps, peacocks and other similarly sized non-aggressive Malawi cichlids.
Good to Know
Walteri Hap is a trade name for Copadichromis virginalis, a Lake Malawi cichlid that carries out mouthbrooding, with the female protecting the eggs and fry in her mouth.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and develop vivid blue breeding coloration, while females remain smaller and silvery or brownish with subtler markings.
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