Cyrtocara moorii, the Hump-head, is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi in east Africa where they prefer areas with sandy substrates. It can grow to a length of 20 centimetres (7.9 in) TL. The species is popular among aquarium keepers where it is known as the hump-head cichlid, blue dolphin cichlid, Malawi dolphin or simply as moorii. It is currently the only known member of its genus.^[1]

Physical description

They are varying shades of blue, ranging from turquoise to a silvery-blue, and grow a distinctive hump on their forehead.

Aquarium Care

The Malawi dolphin is best kept at temperatures of 75-78°F. It is relatively tame except when it is spawning.

References

See also

• List of freshwater aquarium fish species

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