| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Cyrtocara moorii |
| Common Name: |
Blue Dolphin, Malawi Dolphin, Hump-head |
| Size: |
Up to 8 inches" (20cm ) |
| Habitat: |
AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi, widespread throughout
the lake. |
| Min Tank Size: |
48 inches, 75 gallon or larger. |
| Note: |
Maternal mouthbrooder takes a long time (2 years)
to reach breeding size. Males develop a large nuchal hump. |
| Diet: |
Carnivore,does well on high quality pellet and flake
foods. |
| Behavior: |
Does best in large groups 3 or more females per
male. Not particularly aggressive but tough enough to mix with
rough fish. |
| Water: |
76 - 80°F (24-27°C); pH range:
7.2 – 8.8; dH range: 10.0 - 18.0. |
| Care: |
Moderate, Sensitive to water quality. Needs well
oxygenated water. |
| Communities: |
Mixes well with other large Haps,peacocks
or mbuna. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience, moderately easy. |
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