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Copadichromis azureus
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| Azureus Cichlid | |
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| Azureus Cichlid | |
| Species | Copadichromis azureus |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 283.906 liters 283,905.884 mL 75 US Gallons (283.9L) |
| Size | 15.24 cm
5-6 " (12.7-15.2cm) |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 7.8 - 8.2 |
| Temp. | 298.15 K 77 °F 536.67 °R 301.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:2 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet |
Omnivore
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| Life Span |
5-6 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Azureus Cichlid, Nkhomo Reef Cichlid
[edit] Sexing
- Mature males are vivid blue, females are a more grey colour with 3 black spots. Juvenile fish are all coloured as the mature female and males will develop the blue colours as they grow from about 8 months old.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A reasonably peaceful African Cichlid, can be kept with other Malawi Cichlids of similar size and temperament.
[edit] Diet
- This fish eats plankton in the wild, and is not a fussy eater in captivity. Will take cichlid pellets, krill or brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Prefers rock decor, no planting, a sandy substrate and a strong current.
[edit] Behaviour
- Not as aggressive as some African Cichlids, likes rock work to hide in and needs open space to swim in. A sandy substrate is required if these fish are to breed as they dig nests.
[edit] Identification
- The males are a bright blue when mature, they are at their most colourful aged 10-12 months. They are blue with visible vertical bands, when younger they have three spots on their flanks. When mature the dorsal fin is edged with white.
[edit] Pictures
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