{"product_id":"frontosa-blue-zaire-1-inches","title":"Frontosa Blue Zaire 1” inches","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrontosa Blue Zaire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrontosa Blue Zaire (Cyphotilapia frontosa) is a premium African cichlid from Lake Tanganyika, prized for its deep blue coloration and bold vertical striping. Known for their calm demeanor and majestic presence, they are a centerpiece fish for large aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–14 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75 gallons minimum (125+ gallons recommended for groups)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-aggressive, generally calm for a cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarnivore – high-quality pellets, frozen foods, occasional live foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 75–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: 7.8–9.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard, alkaline water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest kept in small groups (1 male with multiple females)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow growers but long-lived\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer dim lighting and rocky caves for hiding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid small fish (may be eaten)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires excellent filtration and stable water conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich blue and black vertical bands with a white to pale base; Zaire variants are known for deeper, more vibrant blue tones compared to other localities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssortment includes a mix of colors and patterns; Exact colors and markings will vary; Stock photo used; fish received may differ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Needs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51860126728494,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4131\/2558\/files\/F54A407B-BE28-4238-8D20-C7819F43A66A.png?v=1773968509","url":"https:\/\/aquariumneeds.shop\/products\/frontosa-blue-zaire-1-inches","provider":"Aquarium Needs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}