TANZANIA MURAGO TROPHEUS

6Scientific name: Tropheus moorii sp.

Murago ‘Tanzania’

6Pronunciation: Tro-fay-us moo-rree

6Size: To 14cm

6Origin: Endemic to Tanganyika,

specifically the eastern shoreline

6Habitat: The upper rocky area of the lake characterized by sand and large boulders

6Tank size: 120x60x60cm minimum 6Water requirements: Very hard and alkaline water; 8.4-9.0pH, hardness 14-25°H

6Temperature: 24-25°C

6Temperament: Territorial species best kept in species tanks or Tanganyikan community tanks

6Feeding: Requires vegetable based dry foods as well as algae. Fresh veg may also benefit them

6Availability and cost: Incredibly rare in the trade, expect to pay upwards of £35 per fish