Red Empress - Protomelas taeniolatus - Live Fish

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Red Empress - Protomelas taeniolatus - Live Fish

Description:
 The Red Empress cichlid (Protomelas taeniolatus) is the perfect addition to any Peacock or Hap tank. Their bright red bodies and blue-green faces are unmatched in this part of the world. These Haps are opportunistic feeders in the wild and will happily take anything offered in captivity.

They are extremely common in Lake Malawi, and are often found in rocky habitats near the shore. Tanks should be furnished with at least some rocks to make them feel comfortable. They can reach up to 7" in the wild, but they can grow larger than that in captivity. Despite this relatively large size, they remain docile and only assert their dominance when breeding.

Latin Name: Protomelas taeniolatus

Maximum Size: 8 inches

pH: 7.5 to 8.5

Temperature: 75 to 85 degrees F

Water Hardness: Hard

Behavior: Semi- aggressive (May chase/ nibble other fish)

Native Region: Lake Malawi, Africa

Source Of Fish: Captive bred

Diet: Pellets, flakes, dried krill or frozen aquatic foods

Suitable Tank Mates: Malawi fish, plecos

Overall Ease Of Care: Medium (Appropriate for keepers with basic expertise)


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  • Orders are shipped out Monday-Wednesday
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  • Local pick up is available
  • Rockland Aquarium
  • 132 Route 304
  • Bardonia, NY 10954

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    Terms and Conditions for Live Fish: 

    Photo in this listing is a SAMPLE photo of fish available not an exact photo of the fish you will receive. You will get same type, color & same grade.  

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    • To claim DOA, we WILL REQUIRE PROOF in the form of a picture/video of the dead fish inside the bag.
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    • Refunds are issued for the cost of the fish, not the cost of the shipping.
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    • Somebody MUST be home to sign for the package. If someone is not present to receive the package on the first delivery attempt, the live arrival guarantee is voided.
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    • All sizes listed are approximate.
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    • Buyer is responsible to know and follow all of their State/County laws