Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
Max. size: |
20 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; freshwater |
Distribution: |
Africa: Widespread in Lake Malawi, Lake Malombe and upper Shire River. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Commonly found in shallow vegetated areas, rarely over rocks. Feeds on invertebrates and frequently moves in small groups in search of food (Ref. 5595). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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