Yellow Lab Cichlid

The Yellow Lab is one of the most popular and peaceful Mbuna cichlids from Lake Malawi. With its vivid lemon-yellow body and contrasting black fins, it's a real showstopper in any cichlid tank. Unlike many Mbuna, Yellow Labs are relatively peaceful and can be kept in a wider range of community Malawi setups, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

Temperament: Peaceful for a Mbuna, mildly territorial
Adult Size: 10–12 cm
Tank Size: 150L+ (best in groups of 3+)
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 7.8–8.6
Diet: Omnivore – accepts flakes, pellets, and spirulina-rich foods
Compatibility: Best with other peaceful to moderate Mbuna; avoid slow or long-finned tankmates

Care Level: Easy – great for beginners starting with African cichlids