Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – large cichlid pellets, krill, silversides
Aquarium species profile
Livingstoni Hap
Nimbochromis livingstonii · Africa (Lake Malawi)
Minimum tank75 gal
Adult size10"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentAggressive
Temperature74–82°F
pH range7.6–8.8
Compatible tank mates
Other large Malawi haplochromines of similar size
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish (will be eaten), mbuna, peaceful species
Care notes
Famous 'lie and wait' predator — plays dead to ambush prey. Blotchy brown camouflage pattern. Stunning in a species/hap-only display tank.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.