Melanochromis johanni (Cichlid Cobalt)

Melanochromis Johanni is a cichlid fish from Lake Malawi, Africa. Its color is very variable depending on your gender and your life phase. In adult males, the body is mainly blue with black vertical stripes and white spots on the fins. Adult females are generally uniform gray. Juveniles have a dark brown color with white vertical stripes.

Melanochromis Johanni measures about 10 cm in length and can live up to 8 years in captivity. It is a territorial and aggressive fish that needs a large aquarium to develop properly. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and insect larvae, but can also eat frozen or flakes.

In aquarium, the Johanni Melanochromis must be maintained at a temperature of 24 to 28 degrees Celsius and a pH between 7.5 and 8.5. It is important to maintain the well -filtered and ventilated aquarium, and to fill it with quality water to guarantee a healthy environment for fish. It is also recommended to provide him with hiding places and stones so that he can build his nest and hide if necessary.

Melanochromis Johanni is a very popular fish with aquarium enthusiasts because of its beautiful color and its territorial behavior. However, due to its aggressive character, it is important to maintain it in a well -appointed aquarium and put it as a couple with peaceful fish species to avoid conflicts. In general, it is a fascinating fish to observe and an excellent addition to a well -balanced aquarium.

The male is blue, the female is yellow.