Azureus Hap – Copadichromis azureus – Live Fish
🔷 Azureus Hap – Copadichromis azureus – Live Fish
Common Name: Azureus Hap
Scientific Name: Copadichromis azureus
Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Adult Size: 6–7 inches
Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Lifespan: 7–10 years
🌊 Description
The Azureus Hap is a graceful and brilliantly colored African cichlid known for its rich sky-blue body and flowing finnage, especially in adult males. With their peaceful temperament and vibrant hues, Azureus Haps are ideal for community African cichlid tanks and all-male peacock/hap displays.
This species is appreciated for both its beauty and relatively calm demeanor compared to other Malawi Haps.
✅ Key Features
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🔵 Striking Sky-Blue Coloration – Males develop deep blue hues with age
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🐟 Peaceful Display Fish – Less aggressive than most Haps
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💫 Long, Flowing Fins – Adds elegance and movement to your tank
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✅ Great for Community Setups – Ideal with other non-aggressive Haps and Peacocks
📋 Care Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
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| Tank Size | 75 gallons or larger |
| Water Temp | 76–82°F |
| pH Range | 7.6–8.6 |
| Diet | High-quality cichlid pellets, krill, spirulina |
| Tank Setup | Sandy substrate, rockwork, open swimming space |
| Tank Mates | Peacocks, Haps, and other semi-aggressive cichlids |
At Rockland Aquarium, we make sure every fish is healthy, active, and eating well before being sold, so you can buy with confidence.
Photo in this listing is our stock picture. You will receive the same type, color, and grade as shown.
Shipping Rates
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Local Pickup — Free
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$39.99 Flat Rate — New York State — Any Quantity
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$49.99 Flat Rate — All Other States — Any Quantity
All live fish orders ship via UPS Next Day Air.
Shipping Information
We ship live fish orders every Tuesday through Thursday to ensure safe delivery and minimal transit time.
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Orders placed this week will typically ship the following week
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Live arrival guarantee
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Local pickup is available at our retail store:
Rockland Aquarium
132 Route 304
Bardonia, NY 10954
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Terms and Conditions for Live Fish:
To qualify for our Live Arrival Guarantee, the following conditions must be met:
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Proof Required – A clear photo or video of the DOA (dead on arrival) fish inside the unopened original bag must be emailed within 2 hours of delivery.
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Correct Address Only – The package must be shipped to the correct address provided at checkout. The guarantee is void if sent to a forwarding address.
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First Delivery Attempt – Someone must be present to receive the package on the first delivery attempt. If not, the live arrival guarantee is void.
🔁 Refunds are issued for the cost of the fish only. Shipping fees are non-refundable.
📏 All listed fish sizes are approximate.
⚠️ Buyers are responsible for knowing and complying with all local and state laws regarding livestock. -