The Bluegray mbuna (Pseudotropheus johannii) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Johann's mbuna is a small rock cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa. The species grows to about 10 cm and shows strong colour difference: adult males are dark blue with black cross-bars, females and juveniles bright orange-yellow. It lives in the rocky shore zone and grazes the algal growth (aufwuchs) from rocks with its pointed mouth. Like other mbuna it is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans, popular in the aquarium trade and assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluegray mbuna?
The Bluegray mbuna has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Bluegray mbuna live?
The Bluegray mbuna lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Bluegray mbuna get?
The Bluegray mbuna grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Bluegray mbuna dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluegray mbuna is harmless to humans.
Is the Bluegray mbuna edible?
The Bluegray mbuna is not usually eaten.
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Pseudotropheus
More from the family Cichlidae
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.