Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
Max. size: |
8.9 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs near Kande Island. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found among the sediment covered rocks. Feeds on soft-bodied invertebrates (Ref. 5595). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU) (D2) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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