Fishician®Diet
Herbivore – spirulina flakes, algae wafers, blanched vegetables; supplement with quality cichlid pellets
Aquarium species profile
Acei Cichlid
Pseudotropheus acei · Africa (Lake Malawi)
Minimum tank55 gal
Adult size6"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature74–82°F
pH range7.6–8.8
Compatible tank mates
Other peaceful mbuna, Synodontis catfish
Tank mates to avoid
Very aggressive mbuna (Demasoni, Auratus), conspecific males
Care notes
One of the more peaceful mbuna. Distinctive blue-purple body with yellow fins. Naturally found near driftwood grazing on algae — unusual for Malawi cichlids. Males can still be territorial; provide plenty of rocks.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.