Blueberry OB Masinje

Name: Blueberry OB Masinje
Brand: Rons Cichlids
Price: 42.0 USD
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Metriaclima sp. "Masinje OB/MC Zebra"

Blueberry OB Masinje is a Masinje zebra-type mbuna with blueberry OB/MC patterning.

Native Region: Lake Malawi Masinje zebra-type stock in the aquarium trade.
Natural Habitat: Rocky shoreline habitat where mbuna graze, claim territories, and use caves for cover.

Size: 5-6 inches.
Coloration: Males develop stronger blueberry-toned color and OB/MC patterning; females vary from blotched to unblotched.
Body Shape: Compact zebra-type mbuna body.

Temperament: Mildly aggressive.
Social Behavior: Best in a mbuna community with rockwork, sight breaks, and compatible fish of similar size.

Tank Size: A 55 gallon aquarium or larger is recommended.
Water Parameters: 74-84°F, pH 7.4-8.4, hard water.
Tank Setup: Provide sand, stacked rockwork, caves, grazing surfaces, and strong filtration.

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 Type: Maternal mouthbrooder.
Breeding Notes: Males defend rocky territories and display to females. Females hold eggs and fry in the mouth, and fry should be protected after release.

Compatible With: Other Lake Malawi mbuna and similar-size African cichlids.
Avoid: Look-alike males in tight tanks, delicate community fish, and very small tank mates.