Cichlids- Fire Hap Ndiwe

Name: Fire Hap Ndiwe
Scientific Name: Often sold under Copadichromis or Otopharynx species labeled “Fire Hap”
Maximum Length: About 6–7 inches
Favorite Things: Open swimming space paired with moderate rockwork. The Fire Hap Ndiwe is valued for its intense red-to-orange body coloration in males, contrasted with shimmering blues and metallic highlights. Females remain more subdued in silver or tan tones, helping highlight the male’s bold presence. Feed a balanced diet of high-quality cichlid pellets, spirulina flakes, and frozen foods to maintain color and health.
Best Buddies: Excellent for mixed Hap and Peacock tanks. Less aggressive than Mbuna but still assertive—best housed with similarly sized Malawi cichlids. Avoid very small or timid tankmates.