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Pseudotropheus Saulosi
⚠️ Level: Intermediate — a brightly coloured Malawi cichlid with striking sexual dimorphism.
Pseudotropheus Saulosi is one of the Malawi species where males and females have different colours: females are yellow/orange, while males are blue with black vertical stripes. This colour difference makes it extra interesting to keep a group.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±9 cm |
| Temperature | 22–26°C |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 100 cm |
| Diet | Herbivore |
| Keeping | Harem |
| Breeding behaviour | Mouthbrooder |
| Origin | Africa (Lake Malawi) |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Intermediate |
🏪 Collection & guarantee
- Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon collection
- Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when collecting
✂️ Care
Keep in a harem in an aquarium of at least 100 cm, with hard, alkaline water typical of Lake Malawi. Feed mainly plant-based food, as this species is herbivorous. As a mouthbrooder, the female carries the eggs and larvae in her mouth for a period for protection.
🐠 Combination tip
Relatively peaceful for a Malawi cichlid and can be combined well with other non-aggressive Malawi species.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Why do males and females have different colours?
Pseudotropheus Saulosi is one of the Malawi species with sexual dimorphism: females are yellow/orange, males are blue with black stripes.
What should I feed this fish?
Mainly plant-based food, as this is a herbivorous species.
Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Relatively peaceful for a Malawi cichlid, and can be combined well with other Malawi species of similar temperament.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
