{"product_id":"spilonotus-tanzania-protomelas-sp","title":"Spilonotus Tanzania -  Protomelas sp.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eProtomelas sp. \"Spilonotus Tanzania\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gorgeous Haplochromine cichlid found along the rocky shorelines of Lake Malawi. Known for its electric blue facial mask and shimmering golden to yellow flanks in dominant males, this species brings bold contrast and movement to any Malawi setup. As with many Haps, males are the more colorful sex, while females remain a soft silver-tan with subtle markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eThis open-water species prefers a tank with ample swimming space, scattered rockwork for territory, and high water quality. Males can be mildly territorial, especially with other similar-looking species, but they typically coexist well in a properly stocked and sized Malawi cichlid community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Semi-aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 7 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 75 gallons+\u003cbr data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"970\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 76°F to 82°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (high-quality cichlid pellets, krill, spirulina, and frozen foods)\u003cbr data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 7.6 to 8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 10–18 dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eKH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6–12 dKH\u003cbr data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e🌊 The Spilonotus Tanzania is a vibrant and commanding species that lights up a tank with its golden hues and striking presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Protomelas sp. \"Spilonotus Tanzania\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"3\" - 4\" \/ Male","offer_id":47017352233182,"sku":"","price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3\" - 4\" \/ Female","offer_id":47017352265950,"sku":"","price":29.99,"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\/spilonotus-tanzania-protomelas-sp","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}