Kiwinge
NameKiwinge
Scientific NameCopadichromis kiwinge
Common NamesKiwinge, Kiwinge Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Malawi
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)76-82
pH Range7.8-8.6
Compatible SpeciesOther Lake Malawi Haplochromine cichlids, Peacock Cichlids (Aulonocara species), Less aggressive Mbuna cichlids (e.g., Labidochromis caeruleus), Synodontis catfish
Description
The Kiwinge Cichlid is a beautiful and active Haplochromine cichlid endemic to the rocky shores and open waters of Lake Malawi. Males display a stunning iridescent blue coloration, while females are typically more subdued silver-brown. They are primarily planktivores in the wild but readily accept a varied diet in the aquarium.
