Deepwater Hap (Placidochromis electra)
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Deepwater Hap
Placidochromis electra
208 Litres (55 US G.)
12.7-15.2cm (5-6 ")
Freshwater
7.8 - 8.6
25.6-27.8°C (78 -82 °F)
5-8 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Deepwater Hap
Additional scientific names
- Haplochromis electra, Cyrtocara electra
Origin
- Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs on Likoma Island.
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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