Overview
- The Pindani Cichlid (Pseudotropheus socolofi), also called Eduard’s mbuna, is a powder-blue Lake Malawi mbuna.
- Native to the Mozambique coast of Lake Malawi, between Cobue and Tumbi Point.
- Grows to about 5 in (11.5 cm) standard length.
- An albino form is also common. [UNVERIFIED]
Feeding
- Plant matter such as spirulina flakes, blanched spinach and nori should be a large part of the diet.
- Add some live and frozen foods.
Habitat
- A tank with a base of 36 × 18 in (90 × 45 cm).
- Rock piles forming caves, with sand and open swimming areas.
- Hard, alkaline water: 75–82°F (24–28°C), pH 7.6–8.8, GH 10–25.
Fish Care
- Keep water hard and stable.
Compatibility
- Not for general community tanks.
- Good with Aulonocara, Copadichromis and calm mbuna such as electric yellows.
- Avoid large or aggressive mbuna.
Aquarium Behavior
- Fairly peaceful for an mbuna, but males are territorial.
Breeding
- Not too difficult. A maternal mouthbrooder.
- Use one male with at least 3 females. A 36 in (90 cm) tank is adequate.
- Often spawns in community tanks.