{"product_id":"ob-malawi-eye-biter-cichlid-dimidiochromis-compressiceps-african-cichlid","title":"OB Malawi Eye Biter Cichlid (Dimidiochromis compressiceps) – African Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOB Malawi Eye Biter Cichlid (Dimidiochromis compressiceps) – African Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a truly impressive predator to your African cichlid aquarium with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOB Malawi Eye Biter Cichlid (Dimidiochromis compressiceps)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Known for its striking OB (Orange Blotch) colouration, distinctive compressed body shape, and bold personality, this spectacular fish is a standout addition to larger Lake Malawi aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe OB variety features beautiful combinations of orange, yellow, blue, black, and irregular blotched patterns, making each fish unique. As they mature, these impressive cichlids develop stunning colours and become commanding centrepiece fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love This Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStunning OB Colouration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unique orange blotch patterns combined with vibrant contrasting colours make every fish a standout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpressive Predator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A large, powerful Malawi cichlid with a distinctive body shape and fascinating natural hunting behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their elongated, laterally compressed bodies give them a striking appearance unlike many other African cichlids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive \u0026amp; Confident:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These bold fish bring personality, movement, and character to larger Malawi aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat Display Fish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their impressive adult size and spectacular colours make them an excellent centrepiece for experienced African cichlid keepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dimidiochromis compressiceps (OB variety)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e OB Malawi Eye Biter Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lake Malawi lineage, Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20–25cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive to aggressive; predatory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 450L+ recommended, with larger aquariums preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.5–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivorous – high-quality predator cichlid pellets and suitable frozen foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best kept with similarly sized, robust Malawi Haps and other larger African cichlids. Avoid small fish that may be eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOB Malawi Eye Biter Cichlids thrive in spacious aquariums with plenty of open swimming room, rocky structures, and areas where they can establish territories. A sandy substrate and stable alkaline water conditions help create a suitable Malawi environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong filtration and regular water changes are essential to maintain excellent water quality, particularly as these fish grow into substantial adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite their intimidating name, Eye Biters are primarily natural fish predators rather than fish that specifically target the eyes of their tankmates. 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