Appearance: This variant belongs to the "Muzi–Kala" group found on the southeastern coast of Tanzania. It is characterized by a greenish-yellow body coloration.
Males: Typically have a dorsal fin that is blue in the front and yellowish in the back.
Females: Usually have a red dorsal fin, with the back portion also being more or less yellow.
Like other T. moorii variants in this region, it has small light-blue dots on its head.
Size: Adults grow to about 14 cm (males) and 12 cm (females).
Habitat (Biotop): They live in rocky environments.
Tank Size: Minimum 400 liters (at least 150 cm in length).
Setup: Use fine sand on the bottom and a large number of rocks to provide hiding places and visual barriers. High oxygen levels and stable water chemistry are critical.
Water Parameters: pH must be between 7.5 and 9.5, with a constant temperature between 25–27°C (not to exceed 29°C).
Social Structure: Best kept in large groups (15–25 fish) to distribute aggression. Maintain a ratio of at least 3–4 females per male.
Diet: Strictly herbivorous. They graze on algae (aufwuchs) in the wild. In an aquarium, they should be fed high-quality spirulina flakes and must avoid high-protein foods to prevent "bloat."
Breeding: They are maternal mouthbrooders. Females carry 6 to 16 large eggs (5–7 mm) for approximately 24–26 days.