{"product_id":"copadichromis-borleyi-kadango-red-fin-lake-malawi-hap","title":"Copadichromis borleyi Kadango Red Fin for Sale | Lake Malawi Hap Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"186\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"236\" data-start=\"191\"\u003eKadango Red Fin (\u003cem data-end=\"233\" data-start=\"210\"\u003eCopadichromis borleyi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong data-end=\"287\" data-start=\"251\"\u003eLake Malawi Haplochromis cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e known for its brilliant \u003cstrong data-end=\"353\" data-start=\"312\"\u003emetallic blue body and fiery red fins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Native to rocky shorelines in Malawi, this species is prized by aquarists for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"437\"\u003ecolor contrast, elegant swimming, and relatively peaceful temperament compared to Mbunas\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males develop especially vibrant coloration, while females remain silver-gray with hints of red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"657\" data-start=\"636\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"740\" data-start=\"660\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"683\" data-start=\"662\"\u003eBrilliant Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Males shine with blue bodies and vivid red-orange fins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"743\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"745\"\u003eLake Malawi Hap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graceful, open-water swimmer with less aggression than Mbunas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"832\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"853\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eShowpiece Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent centerpiece for African cichlid aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"990\" data-start=\"910\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"912\"\u003eNatural Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Males hold territories while females school peacefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"993\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Striking:\u003c\/strong\u003e A favorite for Malawi enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003e📐 Care Quick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1133\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1107\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003eCopadichromis borleyi\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1166\" data-start=\"1136\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"1136\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kadango Red Fin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1169\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1169\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1256\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1323\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1275\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive (less so than Mbuna cichlids)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75+ gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1378\" data-start=\"1357\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1407\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003eTemperature: 7682°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1425\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003epH: 7.88.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1462\" data-start=\"1430\"\u003eHardness: Hard, alkaline water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1563\" data-start=\"1465\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1465\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous high-quality cichlid pellets, spirulina, and occasional frozen\/live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e🧠 Behavior \u0026amp; Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1671\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003eBest Kept With:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other Malawi Haps and Peacocks of similar size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1674\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1684\" data-start=\"1674\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, timid species or overly aggressive Mbunas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1811\" data-start=\"1738\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1755\" data-start=\"1738\"\u003eSocial Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Males do best with harems (1 male to several females)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1818\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1893\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eQ: How is Kadango Red Fin different from Peacock Cichlids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1896\" data-start=\"1893\"\u003eA: Kadango is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1928\" data-start=\"1912\"\u003eHaplochromis\u003c\/strong\u003e with a more streamlined body and open-water swimming habits, while Peacocks are more bottom- and rock-oriented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2188\" data-start=\"2044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2077\" data-start=\"2044\"\u003eQ: Can they live with Mbunas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2080\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003eA: Sometimes, but Kadango Red Fins prefer less aggression and more open space than Mbunas typically allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2320\" data-start=\"2190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2190\"\u003eQ: Do males and females look the same?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2235\" data-start=\"2232\"\u003eA: Nomales are bright blue with red fins, females are silver-gray with subtle red.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062457069781,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/download_71.jpg?v=1771517219","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/copadichromis-borleyi-kadango-red-fin-lake-malawi-hap","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}