Scientific name: Maylandia greshakei Common name: William’s mbuna Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 12 - 14 cm (4.72 - 5.51 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 6.8 - 7.6 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 7 - 23°N (125 - 410.71ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Africa Temperament to its own species: peaceful Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels Food and feeding Being a plankton eater in the wild, a vegetable based diet should be offered to this fish. As well as providing a quality flake, provide spirulina flake and Nori to supplement the diet. Origin Africa; William’s mbunas are endemic to Lake Malawi. Sexing The males will be slightly larger than the females with more intense colouration. Breeding It is best to add one male to several females to reduce aggression. When the female spawns, she will scoop up the eggs into her mouth and brood them there for up to 3 weeks. When the fry have been released, they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake. Lifespan The expected life span for Maylandia greshakei is 5-8 years. Short description Try to avoid keeping this fish with other Mbuna of a similar colouration as this can invoke aggression to the other species. Provide plenty of rock work in the tank and regular water changes will be required to keep the fish happy. Pictures Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
