Mdoka White Lips Hap (Placidochromis phenochilus "Mdoka")
Mdoka White Lips Hap (Placidochromis phenochilus "Mdoka")
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
Mdoka White Lips Hap is a sought-after Placidochromis phenochilus form appreciated for the mature male blue body and contrasting pale lips. A settled adult male can become a premium showpiece in a large Malawi display.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi, Mdoka form
- Display Value: A settled adult male can become a premium showpiece in a large Malawi display.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Provide substantial open sand area, swimming space and strong filtration; this is not a small aquarium species.
A show male suits a carefully balanced hap/peacock display; planned density may diffuse aggression only with appropriate aquarium size and water quality.
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
Offer quality Malawi foods with balanced supplementation and avoid excessive feeding.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
Show males are raised more than one year until natural adult colour is expressed, with absolutely no hormone colour enhancement.
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: Placidochromis phenochilus "Mdoka"
- Adult Size: Approximately 15–20 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do juvenile Mdoka White Lips already show the full adult look?
No. The blue body and distinctive lip contrast become more impressive as males mature and settle.
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