Blue Dolphin Cichlid

Cyrtocara moorii

Also known as: Moorii

A powder-blue hap with a dolphin-like forehead hump on mature males.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–82°F

pH

7.8–8.6

Hardness

10–25 dGH

Max size

8 in

Min tank

75 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Social

Swim level

Mid-bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Mouthbrooder

Suitability

Common

Origin

Lake Malawi (Africa)

A peaceful-for-Malawi sand-sifter that grows large and develops a pronounced nuchal hump. Best with other medium haps over a sandy bottom. Hard, alkaline water and plenty of room.