Cobalt Zebra Cichlid
NameCobalt Zebra Cichlid
Scientific NameMaylandia callainos
Common NamesCobalt Zebra Cichlid, Cobalt Blue Zebra, Blue Zebra Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginLake Malawi, Africa
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)76-82
pH Range7.8-8.6
Compatible SpeciesYellow Lab Cichlid (Labidochromis caeruleus), Red Zebra Cichlid (Maylandia estherae), Snow White Socolofi (Pseudotropheus socolofi), Kenyi Cichlid (Maylandia lombardoi), Other robust Lake Malawi Mbuna cichlids
Description
The Cobalt Zebra Cichlid is a striking blue Mbuna cichlid native to the rocky shores of Lake Malawi, Africa. This active and territorial species requires hard, alkaline water conditions and a diet rich in vegetable matter to thrive. They are best kept in a species-specific tank or a large cichlid community with other robust Mbuna.
