Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – large cichlid pellets, frozen fish, shrimp, krill
Aquarium species profile
Nimbochromis Linni
Nimbochromis linni · Africa (Lake Malawi — widespread)
Minimum tank125 gal
Adult size12"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentAggressive
Temperature76–82°F
pH range7.8–8.5
Compatible tank mates
Only large Malawi cichlids (large haps, large mbuna)
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish (eaten), peacocks, anything much smaller
Care notes
Largest of the Nimbochromis genus. Blotchy camouflage pattern like a giraffe. Ambush predator — uses dead-fish mimicry like N. venustus. Males develop blue-purple sheen. Needs a very large tank due to size and aggression. A spectacular showpiece but only suitable for expert Malawi 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.