The Gephyrochromis moorii is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
Moore's Malawi cichlid is a cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa. The species grows to about 12 cm and has an elongate body; males turn bluish in breeding dress. As a dweller of the sandy transition zone it grazes aufwuchs with its mouth and sifts small invertebrates from the sand. It is a mouthbrooder: the female carries the eggs and young in her mouth. The fish appears in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gephyrochromis moorii?
The Gephyrochromis moorii has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Gephyrochromis moorii live?
The Gephyrochromis moorii lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Gephyrochromis moorii get?
The Gephyrochromis moorii grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Gephyrochromis moorii dangerous to humans?
No, the Gephyrochromis moorii is harmless to humans.
Is the Gephyrochromis moorii edible?
The Gephyrochromis moorii is not usually eaten.
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