{"product_id":"albino-socolofi-cichlid","title":"Albino Socolofi Cichlid Rare Albino Mbuna from Lake Malawi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eAlbino Socolofi Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and eye-catching African cichlid prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eclean white to pale cream coloration with red eyes\u003c\/strong\u003e, a striking albino variation of the popular Socolofi Mbuna. Native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eLake Malawi\u003c\/strong\u003e, this fish brings bold contrast and classic Mbuna behavior to African cichlid aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eLike other Mbuna, Albino Socolofi are \u003cstrong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"737\"\u003erock-dwelling and territorial\u003c\/strong\u003e, thriving in aquariums with abundant rockwork, caves, and hiding places. Their bright albino coloration stands out dramatically against dark rock and substrate, making them an excellent choice for Mbuna-focused setups. Hardy and active, they are best suited for aquarists familiar with African cichlid care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e💡 Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eRare \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003ealbino coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e with red eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eRock-dwelling \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eMbuna cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eBold, active personality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eExcellent contrast fish for African cichlid tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eHardy with proper Mbuna care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eBest kept in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003especies or Mbuna communities\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e🐟 Care Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Albino Socolofi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePseudotropheus socolofi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~45 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive (Mbuna)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55+ gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7682°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.88.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore\/Omnivore (spirulina flakes, algae-based pellets, vegetables)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eAre Albino Socolofi aggressive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eYes. Like most Mbuna, they are territorial and should be housed with other Mbuna of similar aggression levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eCan they be kept with Peacock cichlids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eNot recommended. Mbuna are more aggressive and best kept in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eMbuna-only setups\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eDo they need rockwork?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eAbsolutely. Rock piles and caves are essential to reduce aggression and provide territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eAre albino cichlids more delicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eNo. Albino Socolofi are just as hardy as their normally colored counterparts when properly cared for.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53009069899989,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/AfricanCichlid_AlbinoSocolofiCichlid-Productimage_1024x1024_2x_340546e3-69e3-4cef-9f82-5a13cc6046fa.webp?v=1769178596","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/albino-socolofi-cichlid","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}