Saulosi Cichlid

Pseudotropheus saulosi

A small mbuna where males are bright blue and females glowing yellow.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–82°F

pH

7.8–8.6

Hardness

10–25 dGH

Max size

3.5 in

Min tank

40 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Social (6+)

Swim level

All

Diet

Herbivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

6-8 years

Breeding

Mouthbrooder

Suitability

Common

Origin

Lake Malawi (Africa)

A relatively manageable mbuna with dramatic color difference between the sexes. Keep one male with several females in a group to spread aggression. Needs hard, alkaline water and rockwork.