Malawi Hawk is not a very swift swimmer & prefers rocky niches in which to take cover as well as hunt. It hunts the mbuna who live here. It attacks its prey from a tilted body position, focusing just one eye on the target, while it slowly descends before securing the victim with a sudden sideways stroke. It has a unique “aristocratic” or roman nose that easily differentiates this cichlid from others.

• Species – Aristochromis christyi
• Common Name – Malawi  Hawk
• Origin – Lake Malawi
• Diet – Carnivour
• PH Range – Alkaline 7.5 – 8.5
• Water Type – Hard
• Temperature – Tropical 24°c
• Breed Type – Mouth brooder
• Max Size – approximately 25cm (Grows to approximately 30cm)