White Knight Cichlid - 6cm (Sciaenochromis fryeri) (Live Fish)

White Knight Cichlids are striking freshwater fish with a bright white to pale silver body accented by subtle iridescent tones and darker markings around the face and fins. Their robust, laterally compressed bodies, rounded fins, and bold facial features give them a clean and distinctive appearance.

Common names: White Knight Cichlid, White Knight Fryeri, White Knight Electric Blue Cichlid, White Knight Ahli
Scientific name: Sciaenochromis fryeri “White Knight”
Approximate size: 15–20 cm
Temperament: Semi-aggressive and territorial; males can be particularly territorial
Recommended tank size: 300 L+
Diet: Carnivorous; quality cichlid pellets, frozen shrimp, mysis, krill, and other meaty foods
Origin: Lake Malawi, East Africa
Basic care information: A selectively bred color form of the Electric Blue Hap, the White Knight is known for its pale white to blue-white coloration and iridescent appearance. Provide a spacious aquarium with plenty of open swimming space, rockwork, caves, and strong filtration. Maintain stable temperatures around 24–28°C and hard, alkaline water with a pH around 7.5–8.6. Keep with similarly sized Lake Malawi Haps and robust Peacock Cichlids. Avoid small or delicate fish, as Sciaenochromis fryeri is a predatory species. Females are maternal mouthbrooders and hold eggs and fry in their mouths until the young are free-swimming.