| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
| 6.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: 15 |
| Africa: Endemic to the Zambian shores of Lake Tanganyika. |
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| Hovers above the substrate to feed on zooplankton (Ref. 7343). Needs sand to build its nest. Forms a protecting and warning group of sexually inactive individuals around the breeding community (Ref. 7343). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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