Chindongo heteropictus

Chindongo heteropictus

Eight Point Six Centimeters Cichlid of African Waters

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Small
Tropical fish

Chindongo heteropictus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi, where it is only known from Thumbi West Island. This species can reach a length of 8.6 centimetres (3.4 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Chindongo
Water type: Freshwater