Live Fish African Cichlid Mdoka White Lips (Placidochromis Phenochilus White Lip)(CHD-117)
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Mdoka White Lips Cichlid For Sale | Placidochromis phenochilus
Add a striking Lake Malawi cichlid to your aquarium with the Mdoka White Lips Cichlid (Placidochromis phenochilus). This beautiful African cichlid is known for its deep blue coloration contrasted by distinctive white lips, creating an elegant look that stands out in a Malawi community aquarium.
Mdoka White Lips are active, peaceful-to-moderately territorial cichlids that are especially popular among African cichlid enthusiasts. Mature males can develop intense blue coloration, while the characteristic white lips remain one of the most recognizable features of this variety.
Why Choose Mdoka White Lips?
- Distinctive white lips with beautiful blue coloration
- Popular Lake Malawi African cichlid
- Excellent addition to a Peacock and Haplochromine-style aquarium
- Active and attractive aquarium fish
- Males can develop vibrant adult coloration
- Interesting natural behavior
- Great choice for African cichlid enthusiasts
Product Information
Common Name: Mdoka White Lips
Scientific Name: Placidochromis phenochilus
Family: Cichlidae
Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Type: African Cichlid / Haplochromine
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Swimming Level: Middle to Bottom
Adult Size: Approximately 6–8 inches
Diet: Omnivore
Care Level: Moderate
Recommended Aquarium: 75 gallons or larger
Mdoka White Lips Cichlid Care
Mdoka White Lips thrive in a spacious African cichlid aquarium with clean, stable, alkaline water and plenty of swimming space. Provide rockwork and caves to create structure and visual barriers while maintaining open areas for swimming.
A sandy substrate is a great choice and allows these fish to display natural foraging behavior.
Recommended Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74–80°F
- pH: 7.6–8.6
- Water: Hard and alkaline
- Filtration: Strong biological and mechanical filtration
- Tank Size: 75 gallons or larger recommended for adults
Tank Mates
Mdoka White Lips can be kept with other compatible Lake Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament.
Potential tank mates include:
- Compatible Peacock Cichlids
- Other Placidochromis species
- Haplochromine-type Malawi cichlids
- Other peaceful to moderately aggressive African cichlids
Avoid extremely aggressive species or fish that are small enough to be viewed as prey.
When planning a mixed African cichlid aquarium, consider adult size, temperament, and compatibility rather than choosing tank mates based on color alone.
Feeding
Mdoka White Lips are omnivorous and should receive a varied, high-quality diet.
Recommended foods include:
- High-quality African cichlid pellets
- Cichlid flakes
- Sinking pellets
- Spirulina-based foods
- Frozen brine shrimp
- Frozen mysis shrimp
Feed small portions several times rather than giving one large feeding. A varied diet helps support healthy growth and coloration.
Aquarium Setup
For a natural-looking Mdoka White Lips aquarium, consider:
- Sandy substrate
- Rock formations
- Caves and hiding areas
- Open swimming space
- Strong filtration
- Good oxygenation
- Stable alkaline water
Regular water changes are important for maintaining excellent water quality.
What You’ll Receive
You will receive a healthy, carefully selected Mdoka White Lips Cichlid (Placidochromis phenochilus) from Coast Gem USA. Fish are professionally handled and packed for shipping to help provide a safe arrival.
Live Arrival Guarantee included according to Coast Gem USA's shipping policy.
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Looking for Mdoka White Lips for sale? Coast Gem USA offers quality African cichlids for hobbyists building Lake Malawi aquariums. Add the distinctive Placidochromis phenochilus to your African cichlid collection today.
How to Acclimate Your Fish
Allow the sealed bag to float in your aquarium for approximately 15–20 minutes to equalize the temperature. Open the bag and gradually add small amounts of aquarium water over the next 15–20 minutes. Gently transfer the fish into the aquarium.
Important: Do not pour shipping water into your aquarium. Turn off aquarium lights and allow your new fish time to adjust to its new environment.
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Live Fish African Cichlid Mdoka White Lips (Placidochromis Phenochilus White Lip)(CHD-117)
2.50-3.00"
$30.00
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