A cichlid from the Lake Malawi catchment found in many habitats from vegetated bays to rocky areas. It feeds mainly on phytoplankton and fine sediment, sometimes grazing from rocks. Females mouthbrood. Males dig pits.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
CARES Classification: Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List Status: Critically Endangered
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