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Red Kadango

Red Kadango

Copadichromis borleyi

Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater

About

Colorful open-water Malawi hap; males develop deep red or orange flanks with blue heads.

Water Parameters

Temperature

77 - 84 °F

Ideal: 76 - 82 °F

pH

7.5 - 8.5

GH (Hardness)

10 - 25 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

8"

Min Tank Size

75 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

middle

School Size

4+ recommended

Bioload

medium

Category

cichlid