Snow White Cichlid
Chindongo socolofi
Snow White Cichlid is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 4.5" (≤ 11.5 cm)
- Aquarium size
- ≥ 35.4" (≥ 90 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH
- 7.6–8.8
- GH
- 10–25 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 8 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 8 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–28 °C, pH 7.6–8.8, GH 10–25 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Snow White Cichlid needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Snow White Cichlid should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Use a plant-rich diet; avoid mammalian meat.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of ≥ 35.4" (≥ 90 cm) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Malawi, Mozambique.
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FAQ
How large does Snow White Cichlid get?
Snow White Cichlid reaches ≤ 4.5" (≤ 11.5 cm).
What aquarium size does Snow White Cichlid need?
Use an aquarium of at least ≥ 35.4" (≥ 90 cm) minimum length.
Is Snow White Cichlid peaceful?
Snow White Cichlid needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Snow White Cichlid?
Keep it between 24 to 28 °C.
