Are lemon Jakes aggressive?

Are lemon Jakes aggressive?

Compatibility: Lemon jake peacock cichlids will be more aggressive compared to other peacock cichlids, which is important to remember when choosing tankmates. Good tankmates include less aggressive Mbuna cichlids such as hongi cichlids (Labidochromis sp.

How big do a lemon Jake cichlid get?

Lemon Jake Peacock 3 to 3.5 inch Male.

What are OB cichlids?

OB is a term used for Malawi Cichlids with unique spotted patterns. It originated when a male Aulonocara was crossed with a female Mbuna. The OB gene occurs naturally in Mbunas, but was introduced to Peacocks and Haps by selective breeding. Much in the same way as dog breeds were created.

Are Sunshine Peacock cichlids aggressive?

Cichlids have a reputation for being hostile, but the peacock cichlid is relatively calm. Males can be aggressive, but they are mostly peaceful and make good a group of fish. The peacock cichlid is a common freshwater fish that is popular among all fish enthusiasts and aquarium owners!

Is Taiwan reef a hap?

Remarks: The Taiwan Reef Hap (Protomelas sp. Steveni Taiwan) is a fairly peaceful cichlid from Malawi that will fit well with any Peacock and Hap tank. Their body colors of primary red, yellow, and blue, bordered by a white dorsal fin, make them a very beautiful cichlid.

How big do OB cichlids get?

roughly 6 inches
Size. The average size of a male peacock cichlid is roughly 6 inches, with females typically maxing out at 4 inches. Their size can be influenced by the quality of their care, but also the location in which they come from.

Can you put mbuna and Peacocks together?

It’s possible but it will have a few concerns you should keep in mind. Mbuna and Peacocks are notorious for conspecific aggression, meaning they go after fish that look like them.

Will cichlid eat guppies?

Some cichlids will eat guppies but it is NOT the best food to give them simply because they are not a natural part of most cichlids diet. They can also (in the case of feeder guppies) bring a pathogen into your tank which could potentially kill the other fish.

How big do bumblebee cichlids get?

16 centimetres
Pseudotropheus crabro, the Bumblebee Cichlid or Hornet Cichlid, is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found in different habitats but most frequently in large caves or in the vicinity of large boulders. This species can reach a length of 16 centimetres (6.3 in) SL.

What do Taiwan Reef cichlids eat?

The “Steveni Taiwan” is found in Lake Malawi along the Taiwan Reef. This fish is only located in a few locations within the lake although, the reasons why are not known. They feed on the bio-cover from the rocks & zooplankton in the water column. The appearance of this species of fish is striking!