Alternate Name:   Haplochromis macrocephalus

Photo by:  Darron Allred

Description

A cichlid from Lake Victoria in Tanzania on steep rocky shores among boulders and rock pools. It feeds on insect larvae and other small foods from rocks. Females mouthbrood and males defend territories.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Victoria

CARES Classification:  Vulnerable

IUCN Red List Status:  Vulnerable