Albino Dolphin | Juvenile | 3 - 3.5cm | Pack of 5 | Total Delivered Price ₹997/-

Albino Dolphin (Cyrtocara moorii)

Description

The Albino Dolphin (Cyrtocara moorii – albino morph), offered by Nero Labs, is a selectively maintained ornamental Lake Malawi haplochromine cichlid recognized for its distinctive cranial profile, smooth body contours, and reduced pigmentation phenotype. Derived from domesticated lineages of the Blue Dolphin Cichlid, this morph preserves the species’ characteristic morphology while exhibiting the pale coloration associated with albinism.

Body coloration typically presents as pale cream to soft ivory with subtle pinkish undertones and red to light pink eyes. The species’ defining nuchal hump develops progressively with maturity, influenced by genetics, nutritional stability, and social structure. Behaviour is comparatively calm for a Malawi cichlid, characterized by steady swimming patterns, moderate territoriality, and social tolerance when maintained under appropriate stocking conditions. Colour tone and body condition are strongly influenced by environmental stability and diet formulation.

Individuals supplied are lab-reared and system-acclimated within controlled, closed-system environments, reducing early-life stress and supporting consistent long-term adaptation to established aquaria. This lineage represents domesticated ornamental stock maintained for display stability, morphological consistency, and aquarium suitability rather than wild ecological performance or conservation deployment.

System & Rearing Notes

Origin: In-house, Nero Labs
Rearing environment: Controlled, closed system
Line status: Selectively maintained ornamental Malawi haplochromine morph
Behaviour: Moderately territorial; generally stable within structured communities
Feeding behaviour: Omnivorous; accepts prepared and protein-balanced feeds
Habitat preference: Open swimming areas with structured rock zones
Swimming profile: Midwater-oriented, active cruiser
Morphological development: Progressive; cranial hump expression increases with maturity and stability

Minor variation in body tone, hump development, and growth rate may occur between individuals and reflects normal biological diversity within maintained ornamental morphs.

Availability & Use

Availability of Albino Dolphin is cycle-dependent and aligned with biological readiness rather than commercial inventory targets. This morph is recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists experienced with Lake Malawi system design and cichlid social dynamics.

Best suited for Malawi display aquaria, large community cichlid systems, and structured open-water setups emphasizing swimming space and environmental stability.

Important Note

Albino morphs may exhibit increased sensitivity to intense lighting and require stable water conditions to maintain optimal health and coloration. Adequate tank volume is essential due to the species’ adult size and active swimming behaviour.

Ethical & Operational Context

Distribution of Albino Dolphin through Nero Labs prioritizes organism welfare, morphological integrity, and responsible propagation of ornamental morphs. Proceeds support continued refinement of Malawi husbandry protocols, nutritional research, and applied ornamental aquaculture initiatives.