{"product_id":"fire-hap-cichlid-protomelas-taeniolatus","title":"Fire Hap Cichlid (Protomelas taeniolatus)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"394\"\u003eFire Hap Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly associated with \u003cem data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eProtomelas taeniolatus\u003c\/em\u003e (often referred to as Red Empress variants), is a striking Lake Malawi haplochromine known for its fiery red body coloration combined with electric blue facial and dorsal highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eMature males develop intense red and orange tones across the body with shimmering blue accents, making them standout centerpiece fish in larger African cichlid aquariums. Fire Haps are active swimmers that prefer open water space with rock formations and sandy substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eDue to their size and semi-aggressive nature, Fire Haps thrive in properly structured Malawi setups with compatible haplochromines and peacock cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e Key Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eVibrant Red \u0026amp; Orange Body Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003e🔵 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eElectric Blue Face \u0026amp; Accents\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eActive Open-Water Swimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e👑 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eImpressive Centerpiece Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e💪 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eHardy in Proper Malawi Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003ePopular Among Hap Enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e⚙️ Care \u0026amp; Tank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eProtomelas taeniolatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fire Hap\u003cbr data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons minimum (100+ gallons ideal)\u003cbr data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eTemperature: 7682°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003epH: 7.88.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eHardness: Moderate to hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e🐠 Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eFire Haps are omnivorous with a lean toward protein and thrive on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eHigh-quality African cichlid pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eSpirulina-based foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eFrozen mysis or brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eBalanced protein and vegetable diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e Avoid excessive fatty foods to maintain health and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eCompatible With:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eOther Malawi Haps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003ePeacock cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eSimilar-sized semi-aggressive African cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eSmall community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eHighly aggressive Mbuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eOverstocked tanks without adequate space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003e❓ FAQ Fire Hap Cichlid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eQ: How big do Fire Haps get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eA: They typically reach 79 inches as adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eQ: Are they aggressive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eA: Semi-aggressive, especially mature males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eQ: Can they live with peacocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eA: Yes, in properly sized tanks with compatible species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eQ: Are they beginner friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eA: Best suited for hobbyists with African cichlid experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53203850428629,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/fire-hap-cichlid-protomelas-taeniolatus","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}