{"product_id":"red-zebra-cichlid","title":"Red Zebra Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMetriaclima estherae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMaylandia estherae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Zebra Cichlid is a popular Lake Malawi Mbuna known for its vibrant orange, red-orange, and sometimes yellow coloration. Despite the common name, Red Zebras are not always bright red and may show considerable natural variation in coloration and markings. Most aquarium strains are selected for strong orange-to-red coloration. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Zebras are hardy and active African cichlids, but they are territorial and should be housed in a properly designed Mbuna aquarium rather than a peaceful community tank. They are considered relatively robust without being among the most extreme Mbuna for aggression. Appropriate stocking, rockwork, and visual barriers help manage territorial behavior. \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 1–2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–55 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 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 extensive rockwork arranged to form caves, territories, and visual barriers. Strong filtration and stable, hard, alkaline water are important. Red Zebras are best maintained with appropriately selected Mbuna of similar size and temperament rather than peaceful species such as Peacocks. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir diet should contain a substantial amount of vegetable matter. Quality African cichlid\/Mbuna foods containing spirulina or other algae-based ingredients are appropriate, supplemented carefully with other foods. Excessively rich, meat-heavy diets should be avoided. \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 Red Zebra Cichlids naturally vary considerably in size, sex, coloration, and markings. Individual fish may range from yellow-orange to deeper orange or red-orange, and some populations can produce differently colored males and females. Unless specifically stated otherwise, sex and exact coloration are not guaranteed. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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":52677571739928,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/red_zebra_2.png?v=1789358151","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/red-zebra-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}