Slender happy

Chetia gracilis

Eleven Point Eight Centimeters Cichlid of African Waters

Slender happy is a freshwater fish found around Africa. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 11.8 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Chetia
Maximum length: 11.8 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Cutato River, a tributary of the Okavango in Angola. Recently recorded from the Cunene. Known only from a few specimens. The taxonomy of this species is under review and it is likely to be placed in another genus in the near future (Ref. 7248 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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