{"product_id":"bucco-spec","title":"Buccochromis spectabilis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis impressive Lake Malawi cichlid grows to 10-12 inches, showcasing brilliant yellow-green and blue hues. A predatory species with a surprisingly calm disposition, it thrives in 75+ gallon tanks featuring expansive sand beds and minimal rock décor. Maintain hard water conditions at pH 7.5-8.5 and 76-82°F. Offer a carnivorous diet of premium pellets, frozen krill, and fish-based options. As a maternal mouthbrooder, males display exceptional coloration and size advantage over females. Perfect for dedicated aquarists seeking a premium showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMinimum 75 gallons; prefer large open sand areas with limited, strategic rock work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePiscivore\/Carnivore. In aquariums, they accept pellets, frozen krill, and fish-based food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGenerally calm but predatory. Will eat smaller fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHard water, pH 7.5-8.5, temperature 76-82°F (24-28°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQBQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eReproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaternal mouthbrooder; males exhibit vibrant colors (yellow-green\/blue) and are larger than females\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Central Florida Cichlids","offers":[{"title":"4-4.5\" MALE","offer_id":44517848088659,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.75-5.25\" MALE","offer_id":44517848121427,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5-6\" MALE","offer_id":44517848154195,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-6.5\" MALE","offer_id":44517848186963,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7-8\" MALE","offer_id":44517848219731,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6649\/9155\/files\/IMG_7609.jpg?v=1776882512","url":"https:\/\/centralfloridacichlids.com\/products\/bucco-spec","provider":"Central Florida Cichlids","version":"1.0","type":"link"}