Our Guide To Keeping Saulosi Malawi Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Pseudotropheus saulosi
   • Common name: Saulosi
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
   • Adult length: 7.5 cm (3 inches)
   • Lifespan: 5 to 8 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Saulosi prefer rocky environments with caves and crevices for hiding and breeding.
   • Provide a sandy substrate to mimic their natural habitat.
   • Decorate the tank with rocks and artificial caves to create territories.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain water temperature between 23 to 28°C (73 to 82°F).
   • Keep pH levels between 7.5 to 8.5.
   • Water hardness should be between 10 to 20 dGH.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a powerful filtration system to maintain water quality.
   • Provide moderate water flow.

5. Diet:

   • Offer high-quality flake or pellet food supplemented with spirulina-based foods.
   • Occasionally feed them with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia.

6. Tank mates:

   • Saulosi are semi-aggressive and territorial, so choose tank mates carefully.
   • They can be kept with other Lake Malawi cichlids of similar size and temperament such as Pseudotropheus acei, Labidochromis caeruleus, and Melanochromis auratus.
   • Avoid keeping them with larger or more aggressive cichlids.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Saulosi are active and social fish, often displaying interesting behaviors within their territories.
   • They can be aggressive towards conspecifics, especially during breeding times, so it's essential to provide enough hiding spots and territories.