{"product_id":"deep-water-hap","title":"Deep Water Hap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Deep-water hap \u003cstrong\u003e(Placidochromis electra)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular, peaceful African cichlid from Lake Malawi, known for its vibrant blue coloration, especially in males, and its preference for deep, rocky, or sandy habitats. It's a carnivore that hunts for food in the sand and is a favorite in the aquarium trade for its beauty and relatively docile temperament compared to other haps, though it needs a spacious tank to thrive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name: Placidochromis electra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Males develop striking electric blue with black bars; females are less colorful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament: Peaceful for a cichlid; suitable for community tanks with other peaceful haps and peacocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Carnivore; eats small invertebrates from the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabitat: Deep rocky areas and sandy substrates in Lake Malawi. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Size: Minimum 55 gallons (208 liters) is recommended to prevent stress and aggression. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 74–84°F (23–29°C) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: 7.4–8.6 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Hard \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Setup: Needs plenty of rocks for shelter and a sandy substrate for foraging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Mates: Best kept with other peaceful cichlids like peacocks and other haps; avoid aggressive mbuna. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed 4\"+ Male showing color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J\u0026J Cichlid Addiction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52117648703769,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/8792\/5785\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e35fdec9-2c73-4f18-8e52-321b8e9c065b.jpg?v=1773672448","url":"https:\/\/jnjcichlidaddiction.com\/products\/deep-water-hap","provider":"J\u0026J Cichlid Addiction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}