Blue Johanni

Melanochromis johannii

Also known as: Johanni Cichlid, Electric Blue Johanni

Males are deep blue with electric stripes while females and juveniles are bright orange.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–82°F

pH

7.6–8.6

Hardness

10–20 dGH

Max size

4.5 in

Min tank

55 gal

Temperament

Aggressive

Social

Harem

Swim level

Mid-bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

5-10 years

Breeding

Mouthbrooder

Suitability

Intermediate

Origin

Lake Malawi

An aggressive mbuna that should be kept one male to several females in a 55 gallon or larger tank with lots of rockwork. Avoid other blue striped Melanochromis to limit fighting and hybrids. Needs hard, alkaline water.