Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
Photos © Sean Evans
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| Common name: | White lab |
| Scientific name: | Labidochromis sp. "Blue/White Tanzania" |
| Synonyms: | (none) |
| Size: | 4" (10cm) |
| Origin: | Lake Malawi, East Africa |
| Tank setup: | Typical rocky Malawi tank. |
| Compatibility: | Combine with other mbuna species that are not too aggressive. |
| Temperature: | 23-28oC (73-82oF) |
| Water chemistry: | Hard and alkaline: pH 7.6-8.6 ; GH 7 plus ; KH 10-12 ideally, but at least 5-6. |
| Feeding: | Small crustaceans and insect larvae, will accept most aquarium foods. |
| Sexing: | There is no obvious colour difference between males and females. |
| Breeding: | Mouthbrooder, see general article linked below. |
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