| Scientific Name: Labidochromis chisumulae |
| Pronunciation: l
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| Geo. Origin: Chizumulu Island |
| Habitat: Sediment-Rich Rocky Habitat |
| Diet: Carnivore |
| Gender Differences: Monomorphic |
| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
| Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Conspecific Temperament: Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 4" |
| Temperature: 78 - 82°F |
| pH: 7.8 - 8.6 |
| Water Hardness: Hard |
| Difficulty: 1 |
Images: |
Adult male Adult male Adult male |
Photo Credit: Jason Goddard |
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Comments: |
In the wild, this mbuna snacks on snails (mollusks), insects, and other invertebrates. This species is closely related to L. caeruleus and has identical behavior. |