Socolofi Cichlid

Socolofi Cichlid

Pseudotropheus socolofi

Also known as: Powder Blue Cichlid, Socolofi Mbuna

💧 Freshwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🌿 Herbivore

A solid light blue Mbuna that is among the more peaceful in its group. Both sexes display the same powder blue color.

Tank Size

55 gal
minimum (75+ preferred)

Temperature

75–82°F
24–28°C

pH Range

7.5–8.5
water acidity

Max Size

4.5"
11.4 cm

Lifespan

8–10 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

A great beginner Mbuna. Less aggressive than most Pseudotropheus. Provide rockwork and keep in a standard Mbuna community.

Feeding

Spirulina pellets, algae wafers, and vegetable flakes. Herbivore diet to prevent bloat.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Congo Tetra 3.5" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" Zebra Danio 2" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Lemon Tetra 1.5" Black Neon Tetra 1.5" Diamond Tetra 2.5" Buenos Aires Tetra 3"

Incompatible With

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Ember Tetra 0.8" Chili Rasbora 0.7" White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Green Neon Tetra 1" Red Phantom Tetra 1.5" Espei Rasbora 1.5" Phoenix Rasbora 0.8" Exclamation Point Rasbora 0.7" Silver Hatchetfish 2.5"

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