Malawi Trout (Champsochromis caeruleus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameChampsochromis caeruleus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTrout Cichlid, Champsochromis, Haplochromis caeruleus

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size14 in

Minimum tank size180 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 7.8-8.6, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Long, streamlined silver body resembling a trout; males develop blue with reddish fins. One of the larger Malawi haps in the trade.

Difficulty and care for the Malawi Trout

Hard

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Very large, fast open-water predator; eats sizable fish and needs a huge tank. Territorial; keep one male with females among large tankmates only.

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