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Buy Aulonocara and Malawi at Vegas Valley Cichlids
The OB Malawi Gar is a selectively bred variant of the Lichnochromis acuticeps, commonly known as the Malawi Gar. This variant exhibits the distinctive "Orange Blotch" (OB) pattern, characterized by irregular orange and black markings, making it a striking addition to cichlid aquariums.Aquarists Across Canada+8Blue Hook Aquatics+8Wikipedia+8
Origin and Habitat:
- Native Region: The Lichnochromis acuticeps is endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa, inhabiting shallow, sandy, and rocky areas where it preys on smaller fish.
Physical Characteristics:
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Size: Males can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm), while females are slightly smaller, averaging around 10 inches (25 cm).
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Coloration: The OB variant displays a unique pattern of orange and black blotches across its body, with males typically exhibiting more vibrant colors, especially during breeding periods.
Behavior and Temperament:
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Temperament: Malawi Gars are predatory and can be moderately aggressive, particularly towards smaller fish that they may perceive as prey.
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Social Structure: They are best kept in species-specific tanks or with similarly sized, robust cichlids to minimize aggression.
Aquarium Care:
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Tank Size: A minimum of 125 gallons is recommended to provide ample swimming space and territories.
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Water Parameters: Maintain a temperature between 75°F to 82°F (24°C to 28°C), pH levels of 7.5 to 8.5, and moderate to hard water hardness to replicate their natural environment.
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Diet: As carnivores, their diet should consist of high-quality protein sources such as cichlid pellets, supplemented with live or frozen foods like shrimp, krill, and small fish.
Breeding:
- Reproduction: They are maternal mouthbrooders. After spawning, the female carries the fertilized eggs in her mouth for about three weeks until the fry are ready to be released.
The OB Malawi Gar's unique coloration and dynamic behavior make it a captivating choice for experienced aquarists seeking to diversify their cichlid collections.
The OB Malawi Gar is a selectively bred variant of the Lichnochromis acuticeps, commonly known as the Malawi Gar. This variant exhibits the distinctive "Orange Blotch" (OB) pattern, characterized by irregular orange and black markings, making it a striking addition to cichlid aquariums.Aquarists Across Canada+8Blue Hook Aquatics+8Wikipedia+8
Origin and Habitat:
- Native Region: The Lichnochromis acuticeps is endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa, inhabiting shallow, sandy, and rocky areas where it preys on smaller fish.
Physical Characteristics:
-
Size: Males can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm), while females are slightly smaller, averaging around 10 inches (25 cm).
-
Coloration: The OB variant displays a unique pattern of orange and black blotches across its body, with males typically exhibiting more vibrant colors, especially during breeding periods.
Behavior and Temperament:
-
Temperament: Malawi Gars are predatory and can be moderately aggressive, particularly towards smaller fish that they may perceive as prey.
-
Social Structure: They are best kept in species-specific tanks or with similarly sized, robust cichlids to minimize aggression.
Aquarium Care:
-
Tank Size: A minimum of 125 gallons is recommended to provide ample swimming space and territories.
-
Water Parameters: Maintain a temperature between 75°F to 82°F (24°C to 28°C), pH levels of 7.5 to 8.5, and moderate to hard water hardness to replicate their natural environment.
-
Diet: As carnivores, their diet should consist of high-quality protein sources such as cichlid pellets, supplemented with live or frozen foods like shrimp, krill, and small fish.
Breeding:
- Reproduction: They are maternal mouthbrooders. After spawning, the female carries the fertilized eggs in her mouth for about three weeks until the fry are ready to be released.
The OB Malawi Gar's unique coloration and dynamic behavior make it a captivating choice for experienced aquarists seeking to diversify their cichlid collections.
Q: I just completed my order, what's next?
A: Before shipment, we quarantine all fish for at least 24-48 hours. During this period, we closely monitor the fish to make sure they are healthy. We also do not feed them during this time in order to 'clean out' their digestive system and limit their ability to soil the water. This helps reduce the amount of waste in the bag and will keep the water clean.
Q: When can I expect my order to be ship?
A: Please see Chart below (No Shipping on Holiday)
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Note: If the arrival date above don’t work for you please let me know on the note section upon check out on when you prefer to receive the package.
Q: Who delivers my order and how much?
A: UPS Next Day Air:
For a low flat rate of $55 any where in the US with any size box.
Southwest:
For any order over $200 or order containing mostly large 4+ Males,
we recommend Southwest Air Cargo for flat rate of $65.
Q: I just completed my order, what's next?
A: Before shipment, we quarantine all fish for at least 24-48 hours. During this period, we closely monitor the fish to make sure they are healthy. We also do not feed them during this time in order to 'clean out' their digestive system and limit their ability to soil the water. This helps reduce the amount of waste in the bag and will keep the water clean.
Q: When can I expect my order to be ship?
A: Please see Chart below (No Shipping on Holiday)
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Order Placed on: |
Ship Date: |
Arrival Date: UPS Overnight |
Arrival Date: Southwest |
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Sunday |
Tuesday |
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Southwest: Depending on your location some cities have limited amount of flights per day. I will normally communicate this with you via email or text the arrival date and arrival time.
Note: If the arrival date above don’t work for you please let me know on the note section upon check out on when you prefer to receive the package.
Q: Who delivers my order and how much?
A: UPS Next Day Air:
For a low flat rate of $55 any where in the US with any size box.
Southwest:
For any order over $200 or order containing mostly large 4+ Males,
we recommend Southwest Air Cargo for flat rate of $65.
Q: Some or all of my fish arrived dead - what do I do?
A: We offer a Live Arrival Guarantee service for four hours after door delivery. In the event that a fish arrives dead in the shipping bag, you must take clear digital pictures of the fish in an unopened bag and email it to vegasvalleycichlids@gmail.com within four hours of receiving your package. Live Arrival Guarantee is voided after the bags have been opened.
VegasValleyCichlids.com will also refund (Not Store Credit) on any DOA'S that involve carrier mishandling, which includes delays (Less than 48 hours), damaged boxes or water temperature extremes. DOA's must be reported the day of arrival and be accompanied by an emailed photo to ensure refund.
25% DOA
We will refund 25% of shipping and the price of the DOA fish.
50% DOA
We will refund 50% of shipping the and price of the DOA fish.
75% DOA
We will refund 100% of shipping and 100% of all the fish.
You keep the fishes that made it for FREE.
Q: Some or all of my fish arrived dead - what do I do?
A: We offer a Live Arrival Guarantee service for four hours after door delivery. In the event that a fish arrives dead in the shipping bag, you must take clear digital pictures of the fish in an unopened bag and email it to vegasvalleycichlids@gmail.com within four hours of receiving your package. Live Arrival Guarantee is voided after the bags have been opened.
VegasValleyCichlids.com will also refund (Not Store Credit) on any DOA'S that involve carrier mishandling, which includes delays (Less than 48 hours), damaged boxes or water temperature extremes. DOA's must be reported the day of arrival and be accompanied by an emailed photo to ensure refund.
25% DOA
We will refund 25% of shipping and the price of the DOA fish.
50% DOA
We will refund 50% of shipping the and price of the DOA fish.
75% DOA
We will refund 100% of shipping and 100% of all the fish.
You keep the fishes that made it for FREE.
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