Labeotropheus Trewavasae

Labeotropheus Trewavasae is widespread in the lake and is found at many localities including Masinje Rocks and the Maleri, Namalenje, Thumbi West, Mumbo, Nankoma, Zimbabwe, Boadzulu and Nakantenga groups of islands. It is also found between Lion’s Cove and Chitande, and from Chirombo Point to Nkhata Bay. It inhabits rocky areas with heavy algae growth around shorelines and islands. In the upper levels of these the water is often turbulent and has a high oxygen content. Much of the aquarium should contain piles of rocks arranged to form caves with small areas of open water between. A sandy substrate is best and the water should be well oxygenated. There’s no point adding any plants as they’ll be eaten.