Venustus × Taiwan Reef Cross (On Sale 35% Off at Checkout)

Venustus × Taiwan Reef

Cross Between a Venustus and Taiwan reef

Physical Characteristics

• Size: 8-11 inches
  
• Social Behavior: Best kept with similarly tempered Lake Malawi haps and peacocks, with enough room for males to establish space.

Aquarium Care

• Tank Size: A 100 gallon aquarium or larger is recommended.
• Water Parameters: 74-84°F, pH 7.4-8.4, hard water.
• Tank Setup: Provide sand, open swimming space, and rockwork for structure. Maintain strong filtration and stable hard, alkaline water.

Diet and Feeding

• Primary Staple: Feed a quality daily diet such as Ron’s Peacock & Hap Adult Food.
• Juveniles: Growing fish can be fed Ron’s Juvenile Food.
• Fry: Newly released fry should be started on Ron’s Fry Food.
• Feeding Frequency: Feed 1–2 small meals daily and avoid overfeeding.

Breeding

• Breeding Type: Maternal mouthbrooder.
• Breeding Notes: Like other Malawi haps, females hold eggs and fry in the mouth. Fry should be given cover or separated after release for better survival.

Tank Mates

• Compatible With: moderately assertive Lake Malawi haps and peacocks.
• Avoid: Very aggressive mbuna, small community fish, and tank mates that require soft acidic water.