Labidodon Hap
Mylochromis labidodon
Also known as: Labidodon Hap
Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 18 cm
- Min Tank
- 300 L
- Lifespan
- 8-12
- Swimming Level
- bottom-middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- semi-aggressive; generally peaceful outside spawning
About
The Labidodon Hap is equipped with a specialised dentition suited for processing sandy substrate to extract food items. Males develop subdued blue-grey patterning at maturity. In the aquarium it should be provided with a deep, fine sand substrate to allow natural sifting behaviour. It is moderately peaceful when kept with appropriate tankmates.
Care Guide
Water: 24-27°C, pH 7.5-9.0, hard alkaline water; fine sand substrate is mandatory. Tank: Minimum 300L; deep fine sand (5cm+) to accommodate sifting behaviour. Feeding: Sinking cichlid pellets and frozen mysis; will also process sand for microorganisms. Behaviour: Sand-sifting forager; males semi-aggressive around spawning sites. Compatibility: Peacock and hap community; compatible with non-substrate-disturbing species.
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