Metriaclima Zebra Masinje
Blue Big Blotch male
$10.00
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Metriaclima Zebra Masinje
$10.00
Metriaclima Zebra Masinje is a widely distributed and highly variable Mbuna Species from Lake Malawi, Known in the aquarium trade as a zebra cichlid. It is one of the most common and well established mbuna in both the wild and captivity.
Male Zebra Cichlids get got to about 12 cm, Females are generally 1 to 2 cm smaller.
Male zebras are blue with distinct black vertical bars, while females colors are not as vibrant
Males are more aggressive and territorial both within species and toward other species . Females are generally less aggressive.
Diet & Feeding
In the wild, they are specialized algae grazers that feed on "aufwuchs" (biofilm).
- Diet Type: Primarily herbivorous omnivores.
- Best Foods: Spirulina-based flakes or pellets, blanched vegetables (spinach, zucchini), and occasional frozen treats like mysis shrimp.