Electric Blue Hap

About the Electric Blue Hap

The Electric Blue Hap (Sciaenochromis fryeri) is a vibrant African cichlid known for its striking blue coloration and is a popular choice for aquarists. These fish are native to Lake Malawi and can grow to be 6-8 inches long, requiring a spacious aquarium. Males are typically more colorful than females, developing a bright blue body with accents of yellow or orange on their fins. They are semi-aggressive, especially during breeding, and benefit from a larger tank with plenty of hiding spots. 

Husbandry & Care

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons

Water Temperature: 75-82 °F

Water pH: 7.6-8.8

Social Group: 3-4 females per male fish

Diet: Carnivorous; high protein commercial flakes/pellets, frozen bloodworms/brine shrimp, live baby brine shrimp

Compatible with: Not similarly colored Aulonocara sp., Blue Dolphin Haps, Venustus Cichlid