Red Zebra
Maylandia estherae
Also known as: African Cichlid, Cherry Zebra, Esther Grant's Zebra, Malawi Cichlid, Orange Zebra Mbuna, Red Zebra Chiclid, Red Zebra Mbuna, Super Red Zebra
- African Cichlid
- Cherry Zebra
- Esther Grant's Zebra
- Malawi Cichlid
- Orange Zebra Mbuna
- Red Zebra Chiclid
- Red Zebra Mbuna
- Super Red Zebra
Overview
Found in harems, over rocky areas, of Lake Malawi.
Africa - Mozambique
A freshwater fish often seen in the aquarium trade.
These fish brood their eggs in their mouths to protect their young.
How to identify
- Pattern
- spots
- Behaviour
- haremsmouth brooder
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Habitat & where to find it
- Exact location · 3
- Country only · 4
Adult photos 8
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