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	Scientific Name: Labidochromis caeruleus (Kakusa)
	Pronunciation: l -b -d -kr -m s k -r -l - s
	Common Name(s): Yellow Lab, Electric Yellow
	Geo. Origin: Kakusa, Malawi
	Habitat: Sediment-Rich Rocky Habitat
	Diet: Omnivore
	Gender Differences: Monomorphic
	Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder
	Temperament: Peaceful
	Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive
	Maximum Size: 5"
	Temperature: 78 - 82°F
	pH: 7.8 - 8.6
	Water Hardness: Hard
	Difficulty: 1

Images:

Female from Kakusa ​

Photo Credit: Christian Alfredsson

Articles:

Species Article Maps Malawi Bloat Malawi Breeding Cichlid Compatibility

Comments:

L. caeruleus is understandably one of the more popular Cichlids in the hobby, always being in demand. This is due to its bright yellow coloring and its more docile temperament. This latter attribute makes this African Cichlid a compatable tank mate for virtually hundreds of other Cichlids. Dear to the hearts of many cichlidophiles, this mbuna gets housed with peacocks, featherfins, lamprologus, and of course other mbuna. Its omnivorous diet also makes it a versatile addition to just about any setup.