Maingano Cichlid - 5cm (Melanochromis cyaneorhabdos) (Live Fish)

Maingano Cichlids (Melanochromis cyaneorhabdos) are striking African cichlids featuring a deep blue to black body with contrasting electric blue horizontal stripes. Active and full of personality, they make an eye-catching addition to suitable Malawi cichlid aquariums.

They thrive in well-filtered aquariums with stable water quality, plenty of swimming space, and rockwork that provides caves and hiding places. Feed a varied diet of quality cichlid pellets and spirulina-based foods to support healthy growth and vibrant colour.

Size, colour, pattern, and appearance may vary.

✓ Striking blue and black coloration
✓ Distinctive horizontal striping
✓ Active and full of personality
✓ Ideal for Malawi cichlid aquariums