Description

Tropheus Moliro is native to Lake Tanganyika, East AFrica.  Generally, tropheus are regarded for their popping yellow colours however, the Tropheus Moliro is unique in the sense that it is red. Along with this the tropheus moliro also has hues of orange, yellow, purple and contrast colours of blue on their lips and cheek plates.

Gender Inequality 

Tropheus Moliro can be fairly difficult to distinguish the gender; however, there are a few slight features that can be looked at. Males tend to have a turned-up nose, while females tend to have a greater slope and rounded nose. Males will also grow at a faster rate and display their adult colours sooner. Adult males will also tend to have a deeper body, whereas females appear slimmer and more streamline. 

Temperament and Compatible Tank Companions 

They are compatible with other Tropheus Moliro and larger growing african cichlids.

Size: 12cm

Ph: 7.8-9.0

Temperature: 22°c