Care guide, husbandry, breeding, disease, and sourcing intelligence on Electric Blue Hap - written by the Fast Aquatics editorial team.
Electric Blue Hap at a glance
Adult size: 7 inches · Min tank/pond: 75 gallons · Difficulty: intermediate · Diet: carnivore · Lifespan: 7-10 years.
Electric Blue Hap (Sciaenochromis fryeri) is a popular freshwater fish in the aquarium and pond hobby. Suitable for keepers with 6-12 months of stable-tank experience.
Where Electric Blue Hap comes from
Electric Blue Hap (Sciaenochromis fryeri) is native to specific tropical and subtropical freshwater systems. Captive-bred specimens at most LFS come from generations of farmed stock and are generally hardier and more colorful than wild-caught equivalents.
Electric Blue Hap tank size and setup
Electric Blue Hap requires a minimum of 75 gallons for healthy adults. The minimum is based on 7 inches adult size and territorial range. Plan a tank sized for adult footprint, HOB or canister filter rated 4-6x volume, dechlorinated water, appropriate temperature heater, and stocking-appropriate hardscape.
Water parameters for Electric Blue Hap
Electric Blue Hap prefers freshwater parameters: temperature 74-80°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH, KH 3-8 dKH, ammonia + nitrite 0 ppm, nitrate under 20 ppm. Use dechlorinator on every water change.
What Electric Blue Hap eats
Electric Blue Hap is a carnivore. Provide frozen mysis, brine, finely chopped seafood, and quality carnivore pellets. Live food triggers feeding response in stressed arrivals. Browse our food guides for product recommendations.
Electric Blue Hap tankmates and compatibility
Electric Blue Hap works in community tanks with peaceful species in similar size class. Avoid mixing aggressive with passive species.
Electric Blue Hap adult size and lifespan
Electric Blue Hap reaches 7 inches at adulthood with a captive lifespan of 7-10 years with proper care.
Can you breed Electric Blue Hap?
Electric Blue Hap can be bred in dedicated breeding tanks with appropriate setup and water-chemistry triggers. Research the species-specific breeding requirements before attempting.
Common Electric Blue Hap diseases and problems
Electric Blue Hap is susceptible to standard freshwater diseases (ich, columnaris, fin rot, bacterial infections). Quarantine new Electric Blue Hap for 4 weeks before adding to display.
Where to buy Electric Blue Hap online
Electric Blue Hap is sold at LFS, online retailers, and direct from breeders. Browse live Electric Blue Hap from vetted Fast Aquatics vendors with carrier-tracked overnight shipping, climate-aware hold logic, and a 4-hour DOA window with photo-evidence claims.
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Electric Blue Hap taxonomy and care recommendations cross-checked against the following authoritative references and our internal vendor + breeder database.