{"product_id":"labeotropheus-fuelleborni-katale","title":"Labeotropheus Fuelleborni (Katale)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eLabeotropheus fuelleborni (Katale)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eThe Labeotropheus fuelleborni from Katale is a vibrant, rock-dwelling cichlid from Lake Malawi. Males are known for their deep blue to cobalt coloration with contrasting dark vertical bars, while females are typically more muted in color, often brown or gray, making them excellent for community setups with other Mbuna cichlids. This species has a slightly elongated body and a downward-facing mouth, perfect for grazing on algae along rocky surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 55 gallons for a small group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard, alkaline (pH 7.8–8.6), 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivorous — primarily algae wafers, spirulina, and blanched vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Territorial; best kept with other Mbuna. Provide rocks and caves to create hiding spots and reduce aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e A hardy and colorful Mbuna, the Katale Labeotropheus fuelleborni brings striking coloration and lively behavior to any African cichlid aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"4\" Male","offer_id":48246602531038,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/labeotropheus-fuelleborni-katale","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}