Scientific Name: Copadichromis azureus
Pronunciation: Co-pad-e-chro-mis a-zoo-roo-us
Trade Name(s): Azureus, Haplochromis chrysonotus
Distribution: Mbenji Island, Nkhomo Reef
Habitat: Rocky & sandy areas
Diet: Invertebrates, plants, algae, fry & plankton
Sexing: Males are metallic blue.
Females are silver with 3 black dots in the body.
Maximum Size: 16cm, Females smaller
Temperature: 24 to 26c
pH: 7.5 to 9.0
Water Hardness: 300-400ppm
Availability: Available in Oz.
Comments: One of the best colored haps, But not a popular species for unknown reasons.
Page # Malawi Cichlids In Their Natural Habitat Vol 4: 230
Retail Value: $20 - $30 @ 5-6cm
