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The Blue neon cichlid (Paracyprichromis nigripinnis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The blue neon cichlid is a slender, schooling cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species grows to about 11 cm and has an elongate, dark body with iridescent blue longitudinal lines, especially striking under artificial light. It lives in schools along steep rock walls and over deeper water and catches zooplankton. It is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans, popular in the aquarium trade and assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue neon cichlid?
The Blue neon cichlid has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Iridescent fine blue lines; shoaling mouthbrooder along rock walls
Where does the Blue neon cichlid live?
The Blue neon cichlid lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Lake Tanganyika
How big does the Blue neon cichlid get?
The Blue neon cichlid grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Blue neon cichlid dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue neon cichlid is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Blue neon cichlid edible?
The Blue neon cichlid is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Paracyprichromis
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