| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
| Max. size: |
12.8 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7 - 8.5 |
| Distribution: |
Africa: Endemic to the northern part of Lake Malawi. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs usually at deep levels where the steep, rocky coast ends on the sand. Found over sandy patches in the intermediate habitat. The average depth is about 20 m (Ref. 5595). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 22 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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