{"id":27245,"date":"2026-04-12T16:24:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T15:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=27245"},"modified":"2026-04-12T16:34:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T15:34:58","slug":"pseudotropheus-crabro-malawi-african-cichlid","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=pseudotropheus-crabro-malawi-african-cichlid","title":{"rendered":"Pseudotropheus Crabro Malawi African Cichlid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Pseudotropheus Crabro Malawi African Cichlid<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The Pseudotropheus Crabro, famously known as the Malawi Cichlid or &#8220;Bumblebee Cichlid,&#8221; is a vibrant and active addition to any freshwater aquarium. Boasting distinctive yellow and black striping, this fish adds both color and dynamic behavior to your tank. They can grow up to 6 inches in length, making them a medium-sized cichlid.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Native to the rocky, sandy shores of Lake Malawi in East Africa, these cichlids are accustomed to the diverse and enriched environment of the African Rift Lake system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Feeding:<\/strong> Omnivorous by nature, Pseudotropheus Crabro thrives on a diet rich in both plant and animal matter. High-quality cichlid pellets, spirulina, and occasional treats like brine shrimp or daphnia will keep them healthy and vibrant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Mates:<\/strong> Ideal tank mates include other Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament. Avoid housing with overly aggressive species or those small enough to be considered prey. A spacious tank with plenty of rock formations and hiding spaces is recommended to mimic their natural habitat and minimize territorial disputes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aggression:<\/strong> Known for their territorial nature, establishing a hierarchy is normal. To mitigate aggression, maintain a larger, species-appropriate group and provide ample space for territories.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Due to their specific care requirements and potential for aggression, these cichlids are best suited for intermediate to advanced aquarists familiar with managing a species-specific or African cichlid community aquarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Temperature: 78-82\u00b0F (25-28\u00b0C)<\/li>\n<li>pH: 7.8-8.6<\/li>\n<li>Hardness: 10-20 dGH<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regular water changes, proper filtration, and consistent monitoring of water parameters are essential to keep these stunning cichlids healthy and thriving.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pseudotropheus Crabro Malawi African Cichlid Overview: The Pseudotropheus Crabro, famously known as the Malawi Cichlid or &#8220;Bumblebee Cichlid,&#8221; is a vibrant and active addition to any freshwater aquarium. Boasting distinctive yellow and black striping, this fish adds both color and dynamic behavior to your tank. They can grow up to 6 inches in length, making [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10936,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[113],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-27245","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-pseudotropheus","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-variable"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/27245","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/10936"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=27245"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=27245"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=27245"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=27245"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}