Aquarium species profile

Malawi Hawk

Champsochromis caeruleus · Africa (Lake Malawi)

Minimum tank125 gal

Adult size12"

Care levelIntermediate

TemperamentAggressive

Temperature74–82°F

pH range7.6–8.6

Diet

Carnivore – large cichlid pellets, silversides, krill

Compatible tank mates

Large haplochromines, large predatory cichlids

Tank mates to avoid

Any fish under 4", mbuna, peaceful species

Care notes

Open-water piscivore — fast, streamlined hunter. Males are brilliant blue; females silver. Requires very large tank with open swimming space. Not for community setups.

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.

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