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Profile and Description of African Cichlids

 

Cyrtocara Moorii (Blue Dolphin)

Profile:

Distribution : Lake Malawi

Size : Up to 10 inches.

PH : 7.2 to 8.

Temperature : 240 C to 300

Hardness : Hard to very hard water.

Diet : Omnivore. Flake, freeze fried & frozen and pellet food. Include vegetable food to bring out best coloring.   

Breeding : Mouth brooders

Sexual Difference :  Males are normally bigger. 

A holding female Moorii

Description:

This is a relatively easy fish to keep but best in a group with a tank size of at least 55 gallon. Grows at a fast rate if fed frequently. Avoid keeping them with the more aggressive mbunas.

Keep 1-2 males with a harem of females and provide lots of hiding places.

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