A good environment
- Recommended temperature
- 24 ~ 27°C
- Recommended pH
- 7.6 ~ 8.5
- Preferred water hardness
- Hard water
- Minimum aquarium
- 200L or more
A beginner-friendly fish guide
Red Zebra Cichlid
Red Zebra Cichlid
Maylandia estherae
Aggressive temperament; social. Check the planner before choosing tank mates.
Beginner level 2/5
Temperament & group size
Aggressive temperament; Social.
For a comfortable group, keep at least 5.
Usually swims in the middle.
Tank-mate notes
Adult shrimp may be attacked; take care with shrimp tank mates.
Baby shrimp may be eaten. A separate breeding tank is safer.
Check each combination carefully, especially when size or temperament differs.