Nimbochromis linni

Nimbochromis linni is the largest member of the Nimbochromis genus—a fascinating group of predatory Malawi cichlids notorious for feigning death to lure unsuspecting prey fish. Adult males develop a spectacular blue-green metallic iridescence over a bold blotched pattern that mimics the appearance of a dead, decomposing fish in juveniles. An intelligent, highly charismatic species that commands attention as the focal point of a very large Lake Malawi predator display aquarium.

House in a very large aquarium (500 L+) with open sandy areas for ambush behaviour and rocky hiding places. Maintain hard, alkaline Malawi conditions. Feed a varied carnivore diet of cichlid pellets, frozen mysis, shrimp, and krill. Keep with other robust, large Malawi species; will prey on smaller fish.