Electric Blue Hap
Cichlidae sp.
Electric Blue Hap (Cichlidae sp.) — Varies care, Peaceful, under Other. Minimum tank in the app: 66 US gal min; aim for 75–82°F and pH 6.5–7.5. The Electric Blue Hap captivates with its striking coloration and semi-aggressive temperament, making it ideal for experienced aquarists.

Captive lifespan reflects typical experience in a home aquarium, not maximum recorded age; genetics, sourcing, and care vary.
Natural distribution
Africa
- Africa
Regional colours match the stocking calculator’s origin map.
Electric Blue Hap Tank Setup
Aim for a spacious layout with plenty of hiding spots using rocks and caves, as well as open swimming areas to accommodate their mid-water swimming habits. Maintain good water flow and stability, and consider a sandy substrate to mimic natural conditions and promote comfort.
What Do Electric Blue Haps Eat?
Electric Blue Haps are omnivorous and can be competitive feeders. Provide a varied diet to enhance their coloration and health, but monitor feeding dynamics to prevent more aggressive individuals from dominating food sources, which can lead to malnutrition in less assertive tank mates.
Electric Blue Hap Tank Mates
Ideal tank mates include other fish of similar size and temperament, such as larger cichlids that can hold their own. Avoid small or overly timid species that may become targets. Intraspecies, they can coexist in larger groups but may occasionally display dominance behavior, particularly during breeding periods.
Are Electric Blue Haps Good for Beginners?
Care demand varies with setup and individual fish; use the numbers above as your baseline. Aquarists often underestimate the need for tank size and quality filtration, leading to poor water conditions that stress the fish. neglecting to provide appropriate hiding spots can exacerbate aggression and territorial disputes, resulting in a less harmonious environment.
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