Kennyi Cichlid

Scientific Name: Pseudotropheus lombardoi
Recommended Aquarium: 30+ Gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 4 inches
Temperament: Aggressive
Ease of Care: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Native Waters: Africa-Malawi

P. Kennyi is a colorful fish full of character. Often labeled as Pseudotropheus kennyi, the true classification of P. Kennyi Cichlid is Pseudotropheus lombardoi, as described by Burgess in 1977. This fish is still best known as the Kennyi in most publications. Like most of rock dwelling fish (Mbuna) of Lake Malawi, the Kennyi will require large rock formations with many hiding places. The males are rather territorial and should only be housed with dissimilar types of cichlids. In an unusual twist, the juveniles and females are blue colored (with 4+ black vertical stripes) while the adult male is yellow-orange with a few dark stripes. The more vegetable material in the diet, the deeper the orange will become. A typical African Cichlid mouthbrooder, the female will incubate the eggs for 14-21 days before releasing the free swimming fry.

Approximate arrival size for Kennyi Cichlid: 1 to 2 inches