Kenyi Cichlid
Maylandia lombardoi compatibility profile. Find the best tank mates by checking water parameters, aquarium swim zone pressure, social rules, and shrimp-safe verifications.
Core facts & bioload limits
Adult size5"
Minimum tank75 gal
Temperamentaggressive
Group4+
- temperature74-80F
- pH7.6-8.6
- water_hardnessGH 10-20 dGH | KH 6-14 dKH
- plant_safetycaution
- shrimp_safetyunsafe
- algae_eating_rolenone
- beginner_suitabilityadvanced
Community planning & swim zone pressure
When planning a community around Kenyi Cichlid, consider the aquarium swim zone pressure. This species primarily occupies the middlebottom zone. Balance the setup by choosing tank mates that occupy the top or bottom zones to reduce crowding and stress.
Care caveats
- notesCommonly sold Malawi mbuna with strong territorial behavior; use a large rock-heavy cichlid setup.
- caveatVery territorial for its size and inappropriate for peaceful community tanks.
- caveatNeeds hard alkaline water and a large footprint with sightline breaks.
- caveatAvoid shrimp, small fish, and delicate tankmates.