Moderate
Jalo Reef Dogtooth Mbuna (Cynotilapia sp. 'Jalo Reef')
24–28°C · pH 7.8–8.6 · 180L
£18.99
A powder-blue Gallireya Reef Cynotilapia form for rocky Lake Malawi aquariums. Keep with hard water, secure rockwork and carefully chosen mbuna companions.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cynotilapia sp. 'Hara' Gallireya Reef
Gallireya Reef Dogtooth Cichlid bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
A powder-blue Gallireya Reef Cynotilapia form for rocky Lake Malawi aquariums. Keep with hard water, secure rockwork and carefully chosen mbuna companions.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cichlids are one of the most diverse fish families in the hobby. From tiny apistogrammas to massive oscars, this guide covers the basics of keeping them well.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Gallireya Reef Dogtooth Cichlid (Cynotilapia sp. 'Hara') is a Lake Malawi mbuna from the Gallireya / Hara Reef area. Males can show striking powder-blue colour, but the setup still needs to be practical: hard alkaline water, secure rockwork and clear territories.
| Listed identity | Cynotilapia sp. 'Hara' Gallireya Reef |
|---|---|
| Adult size | Males about 12cm, females usually smaller |
| Minimum aquarium | 200 litres or larger |
| Water | 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, hard alkaline water |
| Diet | Vegetable-rich mbuna foods, spirulina and small plankton-style foods |
| Temperament | Aggressive and territorial, especially between males |
Arrange rockwork safely with plenty of breaks in sight lines. Choose other robust Malawi cichlids with similar water needs, and avoid keeping rival males in cramped aquariums.
Order with clear care guidance. Livestock is packed for a licensed live-animal courier and covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when the acclimation guidance is followed.
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