{"product_id":"estherae-red-red-zebra-mbuna-cichlid","title":"Pseudotropheus estherae Red Red | Red Zebra Mbuna Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"328\"\u003ePseudotropheus estherae Red Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eRed Zebra Mbuna\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a stunning freshwater African cichlid native to Lake Malawi. This variant is prized for its bold, solid red-orange coloration that adds vibrant contrast to any Mbuna aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eRed Zebras are hardy, active, and territorial, making them a popular choice for intermediate to experienced cichlid keepers. 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