{"product_id":"sulfer-crest","title":"Sulfer Crest","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Sulfur Crest Cichlid\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSulfur Crest Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eOtopharynx lithobates\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking Lake Malawi hap known for its contrasting \u003cstrong\u003edark blue to black body and brilliant yellow “sulfur” blaze across the head and dorsal fin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males develop the strongest coloration, particularly when mature and displaying. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many of the more aggressive Malawi cichlids, \u003cem\u003eOtopharynx lithobates\u003c\/em\u003e is generally considered a \u003cstrong\u003emoderately tempered hap\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a great choice for a well-planned Lake Malawi community aquarium. It appreciates open swimming areas combined with rockwork and caves that provide territories and shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003ehard, alkaline water\u003c\/strong\u003e, excellent filtration and plenty of swimming space. A sandy substrate works particularly well and helps recreate the natural environment of Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales can become territorial, especially when spawning, so keeping an appropriate male-to-female ratio and avoiding overcrowding is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOtopharynx lithobates\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sulfur Crest Cichlid, Sulphur Crest Hap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cichlidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi Hap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280 L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.8–8.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard, alkaline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore – quality cichlid pellets, flakes and meaty foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 male with several females\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Sulfur Crest Cichlid aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than one of the most aggressive Malawi cichlids. Males can become territorial, particularly during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a Sulfur Crest Cichlid get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults can reach around \u003cstrong\u003e18 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, although aquarium specimens are often somewhat smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Sulfur Crest Cichlids live with other Malawi cichlids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They can work well with similarly sized \u003cstrong\u003eLake Malawi haps and compatible peacocks\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided tank mates have comparable temperament and water requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I feed them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied cichlid diet consisting primarily of quality pellets and flakes, supplemented with suitable frozen or prepared foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you get the best colour from males?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood water quality, a nutritious diet, low stress and allowing males to establish territories all help bring out their strongest colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they need rocks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Rockwork provides territories, hiding areas and visual barriers. Leave plenty of open swimming space as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Keeping them in soft or acidic water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Housing them in an aquarium that is too small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Keeping multiple males without enough territory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Mixing them with extremely aggressive Malawi species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Providing too little filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Feeding an overly rich diet without variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49301303591051,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/LF-LITHO5CM.webp?v=1788398944","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/sulfer-crest","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}