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Golden Mbuna Cichlid
The golden mbuna cichlid, or auratus cichlid, is a classic African mbuna family cichlid from Lake Malawi. These cichlids were among the first introduced to the aquarium trade and are easy to breed in an aquarium. The cichlid gets along with most other Africans and has a unique gold, brown, and yellow color pattern.
- Scientific Name: Melanochromis auratus
- Origin: Lake Malawi
- Life Span: 8 years
- Max Size: 4 inches
- Food: Flake, pellet
- Shipping size: Approx. 2 inches
Description
Golden Mbuna Cichlid
The golden mbuna cichlid, or auratus cichlid, is a classic African mbuna family cichlid from Lake Malawi. These cichlids were among the first introduced to the aquarium trade and are easy to breed in an aquarium. The cichlid gets along with most other Africans and has a unique gold, brown, and yellow color pattern.
- Scientific Name: Melanochromis auratus
- Origin: Lake Malawi
- Life Span: 8 years
- Max Size: 4 inches
- Food: Flake, pellet
- Shipping size: Approx. 2 inches
