Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – cichlid pellets, spirulina flake, frozen brine shrimp
Aquarium species profile
Electric Yellow Lab
Labidochromis caeruleus · East Africa (Lake Malawi)
Minimum tank40 gal
Adult size4"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature76–82°F
pH range7.5–8.5
Compatible tank mates
Other Malawi mbuna cichlids of similar aggression, Plecos
Tank mates to avoid
Passive fish, dissimilar-colored mbuna (may crossbreed), overly aggressive mbuna
Care notes
One of the least aggressive mbuna. Bright yellow coloration. Mouthbrooder. Hard alkaline water required. Rock-heavy décor needed for territory establishment.
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.