Pseudotropheus acei

Alternative names

 * , Yellow Tail Acei

Sexing

 * Males will have 3 or more yellow egg spots while females will have only one if any. Males tend to be slightly larger than females.

Tank compatibility

 * Keep with other African Cichlids from Lake Malawi, these seem to be slightly less aggressive than others though, so a highly aggressive environment is probably not suited for them.

Diet

 * In the wild these Cichlids feed on loose algae from rocks. They should be given a vegetarian diet that is low in protein. Algae wafers, algae flakes and blanched zucchini are all acceptable.

Feeding regime

 * Feed twice a day, or 3 times a day for juveniles.

Environment Specifics

 * Provide lots of caves and a sandy substrate for digging. As with most Malawi Cichlids, the Yellow Tail Acei prefer hard water alkaline water with Cichlid Salts.

Behaviour

 * As with most African Cichlid species, this fish is aggressive and is not suitable for a community tank.

Identification

 * This fish has a vibrant violet coloured body with yellow fins and tail. The anal fin is white and has egg spots.