What tank size does a Yellow Tail Acei need?

A Yellow Tail Acei requires a minimum tank size of 200 litres (53 US gallons).

What temperature do Yellow Tail Acei need?

Yellow Tail Acei thrive in water temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F).

How hard is it to breed Yellow Tail Acei?

Breeding Yellow Tail Acei is considered moderate.

Yellow Tail Acei Care Guide

Pseudotropheus sp. "acei"

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Bioload Score

6000

Semi-AggressiveModerate

Max Size: 15 cm / 5.9"
Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
pH Range: 7.6 – 8.6
Min Tank Size: 200L (53 gal)
Min Group Size: 6 fish
Tank Level: Bottom-Mid
Origin: Africa
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Difficulty: Moderate
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

Diet

An omnivorous grazer that feeds mainly on algae, aufwuchs and small invertebrates.

Community Compatibility

Suitable tankmates include similarly sized, robust Lake Malawi mbuna such as Yellow Labs, Acei of the same type and compatible Pseudotropheus species.

Good to Know

Pseudotropheus acei is unusual among mbuna because it is commonly associated with submerged or flooded wood habitats as well as rocky shorelines.

Gender Differences

Males are often more intensely coloured and may develop longer, more pointed dorsal and anal fins, while females are usually slightly duller and rounder-bodied.

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