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Pseudotropheus likomae Konings, Miller & Stauffer, 2024 |
| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae | |||
| Max. size: | 7.65 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater; depth range 0 - 14 m | |||
| Distribution: | Africa: Malawi. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 17-18; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8-9; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 7-8. This species is distinguished by the following characters: with a large number of small scales on the nape and chest region, an abrupt transition from large flank scales to small chest scales; a true ocelli; basic melanin pattern consisting of 5-7 bars (5 or fewer beneath dorsal fin) and two horizontal stripes; juveniles with the horizontal stripes only vaguely or not at all, those that lack the horizontal elements has shallower body depth 30.4-33.4%SL; mature individuals with a mid-lateral and a dorso-lateral stripe (Ref. 132456). | |||
| Biology: | Depth assumed based on habitat, where species was found in less than 15 meters. Maximum size based on original description. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||