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| Scientific Name: Labidochromis caeruleus (Lion's Cove I) |
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| Pronunciation: l
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| Common Name(s): Yellow Lab, Electric Yellow |
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| Geo. Origin: North side of Lion's Cove, Malawi |
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| Habitat: Sediment-Rich Rocky Habitat |
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| Diet: Omnivore |
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| Gender Differences: Monomorphic |
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| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
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| Temperament: Peaceful |
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| Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
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| Maximum Size: 4" |
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| Temperature: 78 - 82°F |
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| pH: 7.8 - 8.6 |
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| Water Hardness: Hard |
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| Difficulty: 1 |
| Images: |
Adult male 1 Adult female Adult male Holding female Adult male Adult male Large male Female Female Holding female Adult male Adult male |
| Photo Credit: Sarah Hammer |
| 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. |
