Please note- Juvenile fish can be less colourful compared to their adult colouring
Haplochromis Nyererei
Also known as Pundamilis Nyerei
How hard are they to keep?
We would class this fish as an easy care level.
What is its maximum size?
12cm.
Where are they from?
The Nyererei Cichlid originates from Lake Victoria.
What are the ideal water conditions?
Ideal water conditions are moderatly hard with a temperature of 22-28°c. PH 7.6-8.5.
What do you feed them?
Feed a variety of frozen foods and cichlid pellets and flake.
How compatible is it with other fish?
It is compatitible with most Malawian Mbuna (rock dwelling cichlids). Provide plenty of rocks for hiding places.
How do you breed them?
Males are much more colourful. The female will lay unfertilised eggs on a flat stone, she will then take eggs into her mouth and follow the male until he releases sperm. The female will tend to the eggs, feed the fry on newly hatched brine shrimp.
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Fish Orders
You can enter your required delivery day in the box provided at checkout so you can order in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot deliver livestock to Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight or the Isle of Man.
Please note we cannot deliver the day after a bank holiday..
Our fish are placed in plastic bags with water and oxygen before being put in boxes. Tropical fish are then put in a suitable insulated box with a heat pack if necessary. This should ensure minimal heat fluctuations and keep the fish safe.
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Due to the packing costs involved, we have a minimum order of £35 on livestock orders (excluding delivery).
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They will then be shipped on our overnight service. You must be available to receive and sign for the fish to receive our arrive alive guarantees. Please then read our acclimatising guide on the best way to settle your new fish in. If there are any problems with your delivery please call us. There are sometimes delays out of our control due to weather, traffic and accidents, please call us if your delivery is late, we do still need you to be available for the delivery due to it being livestock. Remember to choose your fish carefully after reading our guides as we cannot take any returns on livestock.
Dry Goods and Tropical Plants Orders
There is no extra delivery charge for dry goods/pet products ordered with fish, you will only be charged the livestock delivery charge as above. For all dry good orders the charge is £5.00, free on orders over £30.Pond Plant Orders
Please place Pond Plant orders separately from your fish order to avoid confusion on delivery times.Delivery Charges for Pond Plants–
Standard Delivery (England, Wales, Scottish Lowlands)- £5.99/ Free delivery over £50
Pallet Delivery- £42 – Large 30 Litre Pots require a pallet delivery- 6 x 30 Litre Pots can fit on 1 pallet
Please enquire for quotes to Scottish Highlands.