I’m new to owning fish

[Harveyjbarker]

Hi i recently got given all the kit for tropical fresh water fish and got given an African Malawi, however I think he may be too big for the tank but I’m not sure how to tell can anyone help.

 

[ThatFishGirl6231]

How big is your tank? We can give suggestions for other fish. As for the African Malawi, it needs at least 30 gallon. Your tank is too small.

 

[kwi]

They grow to 33cm/13" and need at least 180cm/72" tank length holding 172 gallon as a bare minimum, so yeah a bit big for the tank pictured. Can you get it rehomed?

Champsochromis caeruleus (Malawi Trout)

Also known as the trout cichlid, this species makes a great centrepiece to a well-chosen community of big Rift Lake cichlids. An adult male in top condition makes for a truly jaw dropping sight. It is only occasionally offered for sale, as it is difficult to collect, living a predominantly...

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[vanalisa]

Welcome to The Fish Forum !
There are a lot of members that can help you figure things out.
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[AdoraBelle Dearheart]

Definitely looks much to big for the tank, I'm sorry.
@Wills and @Metalhead88 are knowledgable about cichlids.