• Haplochromis Moorii 7cm

A beautiful and relatively peaceful species of Malawi cichlid, the Blue Dolphin is so-named because the nuchal hump on the forehead and bill-like mouth that cause it to resemble a dolphin. In the wild, these fish follow behind larger cichlids which dig into the substrate for food.

Synonyms Haplochromis moorii
Distribution Lake Malawi, Africa.
Maximum Size 20cm (7.9")
Temperature 24-26°C
Water Parameters Hard, alkaline water essential. pH: 7.5-8.5, dH: up to 20 degrees.
Compatibility Malawi cichlid community
   
Special Requirements Malawi cichlid tank only.
Sexual Dimorphism Venting is the only way to be 100% sure as the nuchal hump is found in both males & females.

Haplochromis Moorii 7cm

  • Product Code: Lake Malawi Cichlid 2
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Tags: Blue Dolphin Cichlid