{"product_id":"tropheus-moori-caramba","title":"Tropheus moori Caramba - Cichlid Fish for Sale UK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blunthead Cichlid (\u003cem\u003eTropheus moorii\u003c\/em\u003e) is a highly specialised lake tanganyika cichlid with many colour morphs. Originating from Africa (Lake Tanganyika), this aggressive species is rated as difficult care level and can live up to 10 years with proper husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropheus moorii\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfrica (Lake Tanganyika)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003edifficult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eaggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0–9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–25 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerbivore; spirulina flakes, vegetable-based pellets, algae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emiddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12+ (large colony required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blunthead Cichlid hails from Africa (Lake Tanganyika). Tropheus moorii must be kept in large colonies of 12+ to diffuse aggression. They are herbivores prone to bloat if fed protein-rich foods. Many colour variants exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 300 litres for your Blunthead Cichlid. Adults reach approximately 14 cm, so plan accordingly. Maintain water temperature between 24–28°C with a pH of 8.0–9.0 and hardness of 10–25 dGH. This species primarily occupies the middle region of the aquarium. Recommended group size: 12+ (large colony required).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blunthead Cichlid is a herbivore. Herbivore; spirulina flakes, vegetable-based pellets, algae. Feed small portions twice daily for optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood companions for the Blunthead Cichlid include Other Tropheus (same species). Avoid housing with Most other fish. You might also consider species such as Lwanda Peacock Cichlid, Albino Golden Mbuna Cichlid, Kitumba Jumbo Sardine Cichlid from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tropical Fish Co, every fish is carefully selected and shipped with care across the UK. We offer live arrival guarantee, expert advice, and competitive prices. Order your Blunthead Cichlid today and enjoy next-day delivery to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"7-9 cm","offer_id":57445989712207,"sku":"JP96","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 cm","offer_id":57560338661711,"sku":"JP93","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.5-5 cm","offer_id":57560338694479,"sku":"JP94","price":40.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-7 cm","offer_id":57560338727247,"sku":"JP95","price":46.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/tropheus-moori-caramba-s1-jp96.webp?v=1777837644","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/tropheus-moori-caramba","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}