Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae |
Max. size: |
80 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 4,500.0 g |
Environment: |
pelagic; freshwater; pH range: 9; dH range: 10; depth range - 85 m, |
Distribution: |
Africa: Endemic to and widely distributed in Lake Tanganyika. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits near-shore surface waters. Firm flesh is highly valued (Ref. 4967). Largest African cichlid (Ref. 4537). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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