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Thoracochromis pharyngalis

Aquarist: mmetz2

Species: Thoracochromis pharyngalis

Description

An African cichlid endemic to Lakes Edward and George, and the Kazinga Channel which flows between the two lakes. Unique in that this species played an important role in the adaptive radiation of Victorian cichlids. A CARES vulnerable species.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Edward and Lake George

CARES Status:   Vulnerable

 

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2024

Prolific breeding fish, regularly spawning every month.

Species Spawned:   Yes

Have Reared Fry?   Yes