Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
5.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 3.5 cm TL (female) |
bathydemersal; freshwater; pH range: 8; dH range: 10 - 12 |
Africa: endemic to the central part of Lake Tanganyika. |
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Reportedly inhabits deep waters; over soft, muddy bottoms. Feeds on small shrimp. Belongs to the shell-dweller group of cichlids (Ref. 6770). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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