Electric Blue Cichlids
Ram cichlids are endemic to the orinoco river basin in los llanos of colombia venezuela and east of the andes in north western south america.
Electric blue cichlids. This is due to its beautiful blue coloration especially when fed correctly and its hardiness. Special care for each species includes regular water changes and a strict feeding schedule. Also known as the electric blue hap sciaenochromis fryeri the electric blue cichlid is a commonly seen fish in the hobby.
Origins of the electric blue ram cichlid. Striping coloration of females and body shape are all clues to whether you have an electric blue hap or electric blue johanni. Electric blue cichlids fryeri is commonly called the electric blue hap and sometimes just electric blue often it is traded or has been traded in the hobby using old scientific names applied to it which were proven to be incorrect.
Electric blue cichlids add eye catching appeal to a tank but you ll find more than one variety sold under this moniker. You will need to keep these fish in a tank that is at least 30 gallons. Unlike so many other cichlids this one has a reputation for being quite peaceful in general.
They are a relatively tolerant fish that has a peaceful temperament. They inhabit slow flowing warm water that can differ from dark tea colour stained from tannins to completely clear. Originating from lake malawi this species will go with most other malawi cichlids and usually does well in a community aquarium.
The electric blue acara andinoacara pulcher is a freshwater fish native to the slow flowing rivers and lakes of central and south america. Haplochromis jacksoni haplochromis cf.
