Mara Rocks Spilonotus Hap (Protomelas spilonotus "Mara Rocks")
Mara Rocks Spilonotus Hap (Protomelas spilonotus "Mara Rocks")
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
Mara Rocks Spilonotus Hap is a locality-labelled Protomelas spilonotus form with strong premium Malawi display appeal. Mature male size and colour make it an impressive focal hap for larger show tanks.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi, Mara Rocks form
- Display Value: Mature male size and colour make it an impressive focal hap for larger show tanks.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Provide a large open-swimming Malawi aquarium with sand, rock relief and strong filtration.
Mature males need substantial room; planned compatible density can help diffuse aggression only in a sufficiently large system.
For compatible African cichlid displays, a thoughtfully planned moderately higher stocking density can help diffuse aggression, but only when aquarium footprint, filtration, oxygenation, rockwork or visual barriers, and maintenance are all sufficient.
Feeding
Feed balanced quality hap foods with controlled supplements.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
Show males develop genuine mature colour over more than one year; absolutely no hormones are used.
Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard
All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Even where natural habitat references describe specialized water chemistry, our available fish have been held and monitored in stable local tap water; for customers, a mature aquarium, proper acclimation, suitable tankmates and consistent maintenance are more important than chasing unstable numbers.
Care Summary
- Scientific / Listing Name: Protomelas spilonotus "Mara Rocks"
- Adult Size: Approximately 18–20 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
- Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Mara Rocks appear in the product name?
It identifies the locality/trade form sought by serious Malawi cichlid keepers.
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