| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
| Max. size: |
15 cm TL (male/unsexed); 14 cm TL (female) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found in shallow sandy areas. Feed on small invertebrates which live in the sand (Ref. 5595). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 23 May 2018 (B1ab(v)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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