{"product_id":"taiwan-reef-9cm","title":"Taiwan Reef 5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Taiwan Reef Cichlid (\u003cem\u003eProtomelas sp.\u003c\/em\u003e 'Steveni Taiwan') is a breathtaking Lake Malawi haplochromine, displaying a vivid combination of electric blue on the head and anterior body transitioning to a rich orange-red on the flanks and fins. One of the most visually spectacular haps available, it is a true showpiece for any large African cichlid display tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 300L; a large, open tank is essential for this active swimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 7.8–8.5 | Temp 24–28°C | Hard, alkaline water essential — replicates Lake Malawi conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous — quality cichlid pellets, frozen foods such as brine shrimp and krill; avoid high-protein mammal-based foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive; best kept with other large Malawi haplochromines and peacocks; avoid mbuna and smaller fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Sandy substrate with open swimming space; rock formations for territory and shelter along the back and sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 20cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52628675789122,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/FullSizeRender_2657e1e9-548b-4817-b120-8e9ecd295686.jpg?v=1774214414","url":"https:\/\/chloesaquaticcentre.com.au\/products\/taiwan-reef-9cm","provider":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}