Metriaclima Fainzilberi Makonde Males 8-11cm

The Metallic Flash: Metriaclima Fainzilberi Makonde

Introduce a burst of luminous, metallic colour and engaging activity to your African cichlid collection with the superb Metriaclima Fainzilberi Makonde.

This beautiful Mbuna cichlid, sometimes referred to by its former scientific name Maylandia fainzilberi, originates specifically from the rocky intermediate zones around Makonde on the Tanzanian coast of Lake Malawi.

The sexually mature male boasts a brilliant metallic sapphire-blue body that shimmers under aquarium lights, complemented by dazzling yellow or golden-orange highlights stretching across the dorsal and pelvic fins.

The Fainzilberi Makonde is an active and robust fish, serving as a bright, commanding centrepiece while demonstrating the characteristic foraging behaviour typical of reef-dwelling Mbuna.

Features a truly dazzling metallic blue male colouration, amplified by golden fin accents, making it one of the most striking blue Mbuna available.

Hails from the specific and authentic Makonde locality, ensuring robust genetics and the vibrant pigmentation this region is known for.

Reaches a manageable size of around 4 to 5 inches (10-13 cm), making it an ideal medium-sized, colourful addition to a mixed-Mbuna display.

Possesses a territorial disposition, ideally suited for tanks with plenty of established rockwork and compatible, similarly sized cichlids.

Thrives in standard African Rift Lake conditions with hard, alkaline water (pH 7.5-8.5) and a diet based primarily on high-quality vegetable and spirulina-rich foods.

Expertly sourced and maintained specimens ensure you receive healthy, high-quality Makonde Mbuna with optimal colour potential.

Don't miss the chance to own this bright and elegant Metriaclima Fainzilberi Makonde.

Shop with confidence and rely on quality for your next powerful blue Mbuna.