{"product_id":"cobalt-blue-zebra-cichlid","title":"Cobalt Blue Zebra Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMaylandia callainos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMetriaclima callainos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cobalt Blue Zebra Cichlid is a striking Lake Malawi Mbuna known for its solid powder-blue to cobalt-blue coloration. Unlike many Zebra-type Mbuna, this species generally lacks strong vertical barring, giving mature specimens a clean, almost solid-blue appearance. Both sexes can display blue coloration, although males are generally brighter and females may appear more blue-gray. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCobalt Blue Zebras are active, territorial African cichlids and should be maintained in a properly planned Mbuna aquarium. They can be considerably more aggressive than Peacock Cichlids, particularly when defending territories, so substantial rockwork and carefully selected tankmates are important. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.6–8.8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–25 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily herbivorous \/ aufwuchs grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e If keeping a breeding group, one male with several females helps distribute male aggression. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a sand substrate with extensive rockwork arranged to create caves, territories, and visual barriers. Strong filtration, good oxygenation, and stable hard, alkaline water are important. Cobalt Blue Zebras are best paired with appropriately selected Mbuna of similar temperament rather than peaceful community fish or generally milder Peacock Cichlids. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a high-quality Mbuna diet rich in vegetable matter, including spirulina-based flakes or pellets and algae-based foods. Avoid routinely feeding rich, high-protein foods because their natural feeding strategy centers heavily on grazing algae and associated aufwuchs. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cobalt Blue Zebra Cichlids may vary in size, sex, and shade of blue. Juveniles may not display their full adult coloration, and males are generally more intensely colored. Unless specifically stated otherwise, sex and exact coloration are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52679116390680,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/cobalt_blue_3.png?v=1789388076","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/cobalt-blue-zebra-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}