{"product_id":"pseudotropheus-acei-ngara","title":"White Tail Acei Cichlid — 3-5cm Juvenile (Pseudotropheus acei)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe White Tail Acei Cichlid (\u003cem\u003ePseudotropheus acei\u003c\/em\u003e «Ngara») is one of the most peaceful mbuna cichlids from Lake Malawi. This listing is for 3-5cm juveniles that will grow into beautiful adults with a deep blue body and contrasting white tail. Unlike many mbuna, the Acei is remarkably peaceful and suitable for mixed Malawi tanks. This species is rated as moderate care and can live up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePseudotropheus acei\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEast Africa (Lake Malawi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5–8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–20 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpirulina, algae wafers, vegetables, quality pellets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 male with 3–4 females\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe White Tail Acei originates from the Ngara region of Lake Malawi, where it inhabits areas around submerged logs and tree branches rather than rocks. This unusual habitat preference among mbuna makes it a fascinating species. The «Ngara» variant is distinguished by its white caudal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 250 litres with a combination of rocks and driftwood. These 3-5cm juveniles will reach approximately 15 cm as adults. Maintain water temperature between 24–28°C with a pH of 7.5–8.5 and hardness of 10–20 dGH. Include driftwood to replicate their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe White Tail Acei is a herbivore. Offer spirulina-based pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and quality cichlid food. They naturally graze on wood-growing algae. Feed once or twice daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood companions include other mbuna and Synodontis catfish. The Acei’s peaceful nature makes it one of the best mbuna for mixed tanks. You might also consider species such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tropical-fish-for-sale-uk\"\u003eLwanda Peacock Cichlid\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tropical-fish-for-sale-uk\"\u003eCobue Dogtooth Cichlid\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tropical-fish-for-sale-uk\"\u003eRed Fin Cichlid\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tropical Fish Co, every fish is carefully selected and shipped with care across the UK. We offer live arrival guarantee, expert advice, and competitive prices. Order your White Tail Acei Cichlid juveniles today and enjoy next-day delivery to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"6-7 cm","offer_id":57445943247183,"sku":"N811","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":57560315101519,"sku":"N812","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5 cm","offer_id":57560315134287,"sku":"N809","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/pseudotropheus-acei-ngara-hero-driftwood-n811.webp?v=1777814346","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/pseudotropheus-acei-ngara","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}