Red Zebra
Maylandia estherae — OB (orange blotch) females are orange with black blotching; males vary by population. One of the classic mbuna. Hardy and commonly available.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Maylandia estherae |
|---|---|
| Type | cichlid |
| Adult size | 5" |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal |
| Group size | 8+ |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Temperature | 75-82°F |
| pH | 7.5-8.5 |
| GH | 10-20 |
| Diet | herbivore — algae |
| Swimming zone | middle |
| Care level | easy |
| Plant-safe | Yes |