Taiwan Reef Hap | Lake Malawi African Cichlid 

Add a breathtaking centerpiece to your freshwater setup with the Taiwan Reef Hap (Protomelas sp. "steveni taiwan"), a brilliantly colored Lake Malawi cichlid featuring an electric blue face, crimson fins, and blazing orange flanks. Growing up to 6 to 7 inches, this semi-aggressive maternal mouthbrooder is ideal for aquarists with a 75-gallon or larger African cichlid aquarium.

Highlights

• Stunning Coloration: Mature dominant males display electric royal blue, fiery orange, and deep red highlights.
• Lake Malawi Native: Naturally found around the rocky outcrops of Taiwan Reef.
• Active Centerpiece: Adds incredible movement and vibrant personality to hap and peacock setups.
• Live Arrival Guarantee: Shipped safely and securely right to your door.

Quick Stats

• Scientific Name: Protomelas sp. "steveni taiwan"
• Care Level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Max Adult Size: 6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
• Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons
• Water Temperature: 78°F – 82°F (24°C – 28°C)
• Water pH: 7.8 – 8.5

Tank Mates & Compatibility

• Keep the Taiwan Reef Hap with other moderately aggressive Lake Malawi haplochromines and peacocks of similar size. Avoid housing them with overly aggressive Mbuna species or tiny community fish that may be viewed as food.

Diet & Feeding

• Feed a varied, high-quality diet consisting of cichlid pellets, spirulina flakes, and frozen or live foods like brine shrimp or daphnia to keep their colors vivid and vibrant.