Swedish Red Top Hongi

Remarks: The Swedish strain of Labidochromis sp. Hongi have been linebred to produce more intense orange-red coloration in the forehead and dorsal fin, as well as darker blue body. They are herbivorous mbuna that strongly defend rocky territories (unlike Yellow Labs, another Labidochromis species). Males are a pale blue with dark striping, a bright orange dorsal fin and forehead, and several purple mask lines between the eyes. Females will typically be similar in color, although somewhat muted.

Scientific Name: Labidochromis sp.

Common Name: Swedish Red Top Hongi

Max Size: 6"

pH: 7.5-8.4

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 74-82°

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake food low in protein

Compatibility: Mbuna

Tank Mate Options:

• Chindongo demasoni
• Pseudotropheus lombardoi
• White Tail Acei