Blue-Eyed Lamprologus (Variabilichromis moorii)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameVariabilichromis moorii

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asVariabilichromis, Neolamprologus Moorii, Black Mooris

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size4.5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 8.0-9.0, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Adults are velvety black with electric-blue eyes and fin edging; juveniles are bright golden-yellow.

Difficulty and care for the Blue-Eyed Lamprologus

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Very territorial substrate-spawner, especially when guarding fry; juveniles are bright yellow, adults turn dark.

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