Venustus "Giraffe" cichlid 8"+

Scientific Name: Nimbochromis venustus

origin: Lake Malawi, Africa

Appearance: Famous for its unique golden-yellow body with dark "giraffe-like" spots and a striking blue face in mature males, 9-10 inches

Lifespan: 10 years

Tank Size: 75+ gallons

Temperature:  Temperature 75 - 82°F, pH 7.8 - 8.6

Temperament / Behavior: Moderately aggressive; highly territorial toward other males of the same species, and predatory toward small fish

Tank Mates: other large, robust Lake Malawi cichlids like the Blue Dolphin or similar haps

*NOTE: AS A FISH RESCUE, WE DO NOT OFFER GENDER SPECIFIC SEXING ON FISH STOCK. REQUEST FOR MALES OR FEMALES CAN ONLY BE ACCOMMODATED IF THE ITEM SPECIFIES GENDER IN THE DESCRIPTION SUCH AS: MALE BETTA, FEMALE GUPPY, ETC SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

*Pictures in description are similar to fish but not exact