Remarks: Labidochromis sp. Perlmutt are white and black banded mbuna with yellow dorsal and caudal fins. They are somewhat less aggressive than other mbuna, as are most “Labs.”

Scientific Name: Labidochromis sp.

Common Name: Perlmutt

Max Size: 4″

pH: 7.5-8.4

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 74-82

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake food low in protein

Compatibility: Mbuna

Tank Mate Options:

• Chindongo demasoni
• Pseudotropheus lombardoi
• White Tail Acei