| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
| Max. size: |
29.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs on the northern part of the lake. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Prefers sediment-free rocky habitats in shallow areas. Piscivore, feeds by ambushing its prey (Ref. 5595). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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