{"product_id":"electric-yellow-lab-cichlid","title":"Electric Yellow Lab Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLabidochromis caeruleus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electric Yellow Lab Cichlid, commonly called the Yellow Lab, is a popular Lake Malawi African cichlid known for its brilliant yellow body contrasted by striking black markings along the fins. Its intense coloration, manageable adult size, and comparatively mild temperament have made it one of the most popular Mbuna in the aquarium hobby. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow Labs are still African cichlids and can become territorial, particularly during breeding, but they are generally less aggressive than many other Mbuna. They are best maintained in a properly designed Lake Malawi aquarium with hard, alkaline water, strong filtration, and plenty of rocky territories and caves. \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 Semi-Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.25–2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 gallons recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.7–8.6\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–25 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore, with substantial vegetable matter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa \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 substantial rockwork arranged to create caves, territories, and visual barriers while leaving some open swimming space. Strong filtration and stable, hard, alkaline water are important. Yellow Labs can be maintained with appropriately selected Lake Malawi cichlids, but tank size, stocking levels, sex ratios, and individual temperament should always be considered. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a quality African cichlid pellet or flake with a significant plant-based component such as spirulina, supplemented appropriately with other foods. Seriously Fish specifically recommends vegetable matter forming a substantial part of the diet. \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 Electric Yellow Lab Cichlids naturally vary in size, sex, coloration, and markings. Juveniles may develop stronger coloration and fin markings as they mature. Unless specifically stated otherwise, sex is not guaranteed. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured.\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":52677542478104,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/yellowlab.png?v=1789356968","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/electric-yellow-lab-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}