Borleyi Cichlid

Copadichromis borleyi

Also known as: Borleyi, Redfin Borleyi, Kadango Hap

A peaceful utaka hap whose males show red to orange fins and a deep blue body.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–82°F

pH

7.6–8.6

Hardness

6–15 dGH

Max size

6 in

Min tank

75 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Harem

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Mouthbrooder

Suitability

Common

Origin

Lake Malawi

One of the calmer Malawi haps, ideally kept one male to several females in a 75 gallon or larger tank with open swimming space. Great with peacocks, but avoid aggressive mbuna. Feed small plankton-type foods and quality pellets.