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Giraffe Cichlid - (Nimbochromis venustus)

Giraffe Cichlid - (Nimbochromis venustus)

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Giraffe Cichlid - (Nimbochromis venustus)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 Giraffe Cichlid (Nimbochromis venustus)

The Giraffe Cichlid is a large and powerful predator from Lake Malawi, named for its distinctive giraffe-like blotched pattern. Known for its ambush hunting strategy, it will partially bury itself in the substrate and lie motionless, mimicking a dead fish to lure in unsuspecting prey. This species needs a spacious tank, robust filtration, and tankmates that can handle its size and aggression.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Giraffe Cichlid
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Nimbochromis venustus
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
  • 📏 Max Size: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Semi-aggressive to aggressive — especially with smaller fish
  • 🐟 Skilled ambush predator with unique “lie-in-wait” hunting behavior
  • 🪨 Territorial, especially during breeding
  • 💢 Works best with large, similarly aggressive African cichlids

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons for adults
  • 🪨 Provide large rocks, caves, and hiding areas for territory
  • 🌊 Open swimming space for active hunting and patrolling
  • 💨 Strong filtration to handle high waste output

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.5–8.5
  • 💧 Hard, alkaline water preferred

🍽️ Diet

  • Carnivorous — feeds on live/frozen fish, shrimp, krill, and quality carnivore pellets

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Giraffe Cichlid
🧬 Scientific Name Nimbochromis venustus
🌍 Origin Lake Malawi, Africa
📏 Max Size 10–12 in (25–30 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Semi-aggressive to aggressive
🛁 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.5–8.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Experienced Malawi cichlid keepers

📝 Snippet

The Giraffe Cichlid (Nimbochromis venustus) is a bold, patterned predator from Lake Malawi, famous for its clever ambush hunting strategy. A powerful and territorial fish for large, well-managed African cichlid setups.

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