| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
| 80 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 4,500.0 g |
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pelagic; freshwater; pH range: 9; dH range: 10; depth range - 85 m, |
| Africa: Endemic to and widely distributed in Lake Tanganyika. |
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| Inhabits near-shore surface waters. Firm flesh is highly valued (Ref. 4967). Largest African cichlid (Ref. 4537). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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