Is a Kenyi a Mbuna?
‘Maylandia Lombardoi’ commonly known as Kenyi Cichlid are native to African Lake Malawi, these are rock dwelling fish & also called ‘Mbuna’ which in the local language of Tonga people translates to ‘Rock fish’.
How big do Kenyi cichlids get?
The Complete Kenyi Cichlid Care Guide (Maylandia lombardo)
| Care Level: | Difficult |
|---|---|
| Life Span: | 10 Years |
| Size: | 5.1 inches (13 centimeters) |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 55 gallons (208 liters) |
| Temperature: | 76-82°F (24-28°C) |
Are Kenyi cichlids mouth brooders?
They are a mouth brooding species and the fry are released from the female’s mouth in about 3 weeks after fertilization. Feed the fry baby brine shrimp and finely ground flake food. The Kenyi should be given a diet containing vegetable-based foods.
How big does a Demasoni get?
The Demanson’s Cichlid has the typical Mbuna elongated ‘torpedo’ body shape. They only grow to about 2 1/2 to 3 inches (6.4 to 7.6 cm) in length. It is considered to be in the ‘dwarf’ category due to its size. Mbuna cichlids can live up to 10 years with proper care.
How long do Kenyi cichlids live?
Kenyi Cichlid can live up to 18 years with proper care and can have 4-6 inches. They are omnivorous in the wild and can be fed with live shrimps, frozen food, and vegetables in the aquarium.
Do Kenyi cichlids lay eggs?
The Kenyi Cichlid has been bred in captivity. This cichild is a mouthbrooder with the female laying the eggs and then picking them up in her mouth to be fertilized.
What does OB peacock mean?
Orange blotched
Common Name: OB Peacock, The meaning of OB is Orange blotched. Origin: NOT naturally found in Lake Malawi. Diet: Flake food & small pellets, Frozen: Brine Shrimp, Mysis, pacifica plankton, bloodworms.
Can you mix African cichlids and angel fish?
African cichlids and angelfish can get along, but it is not without careful research and consideration. Make sure to choose species of African cichlid that are not very aggressive, as they can and will harass your angelfish, which are a semi-aggressive species.
How can you tell if a Kenyi cichlid is male or female?
The male Kenyi is a golden yellow with faint vertical bars, and has egg spots on the anal fin along with a lighter colored stomach area. The females are a purple to blue color with the same faint bars and lighter stomach area. Juveniles are similar to females, only smaller.