Malawi hap - fish identification

[RD.]

Generally speaking hormones = Asian imports, so other than speculation hard to say what it's genetic make up is. A classic example of why I never buy from shops that sell juiced fish, or fish that don't come with proper Latin names, if not also provenance that leads back to the wild. Good luck.

 

[krichardson]

I'm just guessing, "Malawi Trout" Champsochromis Caeruleus.

The fish is definitely not a Champsochromis.....my all time favorite of the Malawi Haps.

pulled this image from online for comparison.
Whatever it is it is one beautiful looking cichlid.

 

[Wharf]

I am going to just throw it out there maybe a Promotmelas Steveni Imperial "blue gold" that is super juiced...however the fins look a little different...Most likely a hybrid...but its a stunner.

 

[GVerde]

It looks like a hybrid to me. It is not a champ, as I have 3 males 8-10" in my 220g. I have a male adult promelas ornatus also which doesn't look like your fish. They are more deep wide bodied with a different looking face, more pointed mouth.

 

[krichardson]

It looks like a hybrid to me. It is not a champ, as I have 3 males 8-10" in my 220g. I have a male adult promelas ornatus also which doesn't look like your fish. They are more deep wide bodied with a different looking face, more pointed mouth.

Do you have any photos of your Champs? I'd like to see those bad boys.

 

[Adam GR]

Hi guys, just a quick update on that fish.
He is somewhere between 4-5 inches, he predictably lost his colour due to larger tank mates but looks like there is lots of character in him so I have hopes to see him back with colour.

In my opinion this fish is - Protomelas Hertae

 

[GVerde]

Here is a pick of my P. Hertae

 

[Adam GR]

It’s happening ?
He is solid 6inch and finally start colouring up.
I am still not sure what it is: my guess
Protomelas Ornatus or Hertae.

 

[Adam GR]

Here it is - Protomelas Ornatus
It takes time but he is colouring?

 

[Adam GR]

I think I own you a few pics of this beast..