Yellow Blaze Lithobates

Yellow Blaze Lithobates are stunning haplochromine cichlids from Lake Malawi, admired for their metallic blue bodies and vivid yellow blaze running along the dorsal ridge. Males are especially vibrant and display bold coloration in mature setups. These fish are generally less aggressive than Mbuna and do well with other haps and peacocks in a properly sized aquarium.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 7.8–8.6 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 10–20 dGH

• Temperament: Mildly aggressive; dominant males can be territorial

• Recommended Group Size: One male with 3 or more females

• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons

• Max Size: 5–6 inches

• Diet: NorthFin Cichlid Formula, Hikari Cichlid Excel, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, supplemented with frozen mysis shrimp or spirulina-based foods