Nimbochromis linni

By Micks Fish - Physical Description: The coloration of the Elephant-nose Cichlid is virtually identical to that of N. polystigma. The main difference between the two being that the Elephant-nose Cichlid possesses large lips, that when opened make the mouth look like a small trunk. This cichlid also has a slightly duller body coloration.

Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa

Localities/Morphs: widespread in Lake Malawi

Maximum size: 30 cm.

Natural habitat: large rocks and caves.

Foods: Fry predator. In captivity it will accept - Raw fish, shrimp and a small amounts of pellets

Water chemistry: pH:8 general hardness: 300-400 ppm kH: 5-7 Temp: 25 - 28 ° C

Brood size: up to 80

Breeding method: Use water with a pH from 7.8-8.5, a water hardness from 10-18 dH, and a temperature of (26-28 C). Conflicting numbers to the amount of eggs that are laid are given (20-200?), but usually 20-30 are mouthbrooded by the female. The eggs are fertilised by the dummy-egg method. Remove the other fish for best results. The eggs are incubated for 21-25 days. The young can be raised on Artemia and dry foods. The female continues her care for the young, taking them into her mouth at times of danger and at night. Minimum tank size and set-up: 48″ (122 cm) or (209 L) is sufficient for young fish. Adult fish require large open swimming areas in order to prosper. A tank of 60″ (152 cm) or (342-378 L) is usually adequate. Use large, sturdy rock structures, including caves, in the back of the tank.

Sex ratio: 1 Male 2 Females.

Social Behavior: A predator that will eat small fish. Males are aggressive and territorial towards females, although not overly aggressive towards other species. Keep one male with several females.

Sexing: The male is more brightly colored, has more distinct egg-spots, and has a more colorful dorsal edge.

Remarks:

» N. linni may be a color morph of N. polystigma and not a separate species. The two are known to be very closely related.

» In the wild N. linni uses it’s enlongated snout as a vacuum cleaner to literatly ’suck up’ fry hiding in narrow gaps between rocks.

	Nimbochromis linni By Micks Fish - Physical Description: The coloration of the Elephant-nose Cichlid is virtually identical to that of N. polystigma. The main difference between the two being that the Elephant-nose Cichlid possesses large lips, that when opened make the mouth look like a small trunk. This cichlid also has a slightly duller body coloration. Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa Localities/Morphs: widespread in Lake Malawi Maximum size: 30 cm. Natural habitat: large rocks and caves. Foods: Fry predator. In captivity it will accept - Raw fish, shrimp and a small amounts of pellets Water chemistry: pH:8 general hardness: 300-400 ppm kH: 5-7 Temp: 25 - 28 ° C Brood size: up to 80 Breeding method: Use water with a pH from 7.8-8.5, a water hardness from 10-18 dH, and a temperature of (26-28 C). Conflicting numbers to the amount of eggs that are laid are given (20-200?), but usually 20-30 are mouthbrooded by the female. The eggs are fertilised by the dummy-egg method. Remove the other fish for best results. The eggs are incubated for 21-25 days. The young can be raised on Artemia and dry foods. The female continues her care for the young, taking them into her mouth at times of danger and at night. Minimum tank size and set-up: 48″ (122 cm) or (209 L) is sufficient for young fish. Adult fish require large open swimming areas in order to prosper. A tank of 60″ (152 cm) or (342-378 L) is usually adequate. Use large, sturdy rock structures, including caves, in the back of the tank. Sex ratio: 1 Male 2 Females. Social Behavior: A predator that will eat small fish. Males are aggressive and territorial towards females, although not overly aggressive towards other species. Keep one male with several females. Sexing: The male is more brightly colored, has more distinct egg-spots, and has a more colorful dorsal edge. Remarks: » N. linni may be a color morph of N. polystigma and not a separate species. The two are known to be very closely related. » In the wild N. linni uses it’s enlongated snout as a vacuum cleaner to literatly ’suck up’ fry hiding in narrow gaps between rocks.	Keeping Cichlids Rare Cichlids Cichlid Names Feeding Cichlids Breeding Cichlids Importable Cichlids Cichlid Hybrids Cichlid Profiles Cichlid Companions --------- New Fish Aquarium Setup Nitrogen Cycle Aquarium Hardness Aquarium Rocks Aquarium Wood Aquarium Plants Non Aquatic Plants Live Food Dyed Fish Freighting Fish Algae --------- DIY Carbon Dioxide DIY Cichlid Food DIY Egg Tumbler DIY Tank Rack DIY Background DIY Fry Nursery DIY Brine Shrimp DIY Alternafix DIY Pot Cave --------- DIY Bucket Filter DIY Simple Filter DIY Trickle Filter DIY UG Filter DIY Fluid Bed Filter DIY Baffle Filter DIY Sponge Filter Corner Filters Filter Carbon FAQ Bio Balls Plenum -------- Aquarium Gallery Resources ---------------------------- US Aquarium & Fish Keeping Products AU Aquarium Product Supplies ----------------------------