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Copadichromis verduyni

Sand and rock interface

Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Fusiform
Small
Tropical fish

Copadichromis verduyni is a species of haplochromine cichlid which is endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found on the eastern shore and in the south eastern arm of the lake. It occurs in Malawi and Mozambique. This species inhabits the interface between sandy areas and rocky areas.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Copadichromis
Maximum length: 11 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi, occurring along the eastern shores between Chimwalani Reef and Gome Village.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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