OB Red Zebra Cichlid (Maylandia estherae "OB")
OB Red Zebra Cichlid (Maylandia estherae "OB")
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
OB Red Zebra is a patterned selected form of Maylandia estherae, providing bold mbuna colour and rock-dwelling activity. The orange/OB pattern brings strong visible variety to a Malawi mbuna setup.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi-derived selected mbuna colour form
- Display Value: The orange/OB pattern brings strong visible variety to a Malawi mbuna setup.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Use extensive rockwork, cave structure, stable mineral-rich water and strong filtration.
Mbuna are territorial; compatible deliberate density and rock structure are important for aggression management.
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 vegetable-rich mbuna foods with controlled supplementation.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
OB coloration is genuine inherited patterning, and 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: Maylandia estherae "OB"
- Adult Size: Approximately 10–13 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Current Listing Selection: Size To Confirm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OB Red Zebra suited to a peaceful community aquarium?
No. It is an active territorial mbuna requiring a properly planned Lake Malawi cichlid setup.
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