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Acei Cichlid
Pseudotropheus sp. 'acei'
Beginner Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Purple-bodied mbuna with yellow tail fins and a mild temperament for a mbuna.
Water Parameters
Temperature
75 - 82 °F
Ideal: 76 - 80 °F
pH
7.6 - 8.8
GH (Hardness)
10 - 25 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
5"
Min Tank Size
55 gallons
Diet
herbivore
Swimming Zone
middle
School Size
6+ recommended
Bioload
medium
Category
cichlid