Mbuna like the Electric Blue Johanni are Africa's answer to the world of reef fish. African cichlids are brilliant in color, active, and able to live in large groups in close proximity. They come in a wide range of forms, from solitary predators to gregarious herbivores. You can choose from dwarf cichlids, true giants, and everything in between. But the Electric Blue Johanni is an aquarium staple for several good reasons. What is the Electric Blue Johanni? The Electric Blue Johanni cichlid is one of the top 10 African cichlids out there in terms of popularity. Also known as Melanochromis johanni, this fish is a type of 'Mbuna.' Mbuna is a local word for rock dwelling cichlids that live along the shallows of Lake Malawi. These fish graze on algae with small helpings of aquatic invertebrates they find. Most are aggressive fish yet they've also evolved to live together in close proximity. Packed community tanks of these cichlids are popular for this reason. Any fights are short lived and subdominant fish never get picked on too often. Mbuna like the Johanni Electric Blue are also easy to breed and long lived. You should get up to 10 years of life from an Electric Blue Johanni. Common Names: Electric Blue Johanni, Melanochromis johanni 'Electric Blue' Scientific Name: Melanochromis johanni Origin: Lake Malawi Length: 3 to 4 inches Aquarium Size: 30+ gallons Temperament: Aggressive Ease of Care: Easy