Mini-Zebra

Cynotilapia zebroides

Fish Reaching Nine Point Three Centimeters in African Waters

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Fusiform
Small
Tropical fish

Cynotilapia zebroides is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around Likoma Island where it prefers shallow, rocky areas. This species can reach a length of 8.6 centimetres (3.4 in) TL. This species can also be found in the aquarium trade where it is known as the Mini-zebra.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Cynotilapia
Maximum length: 9.3 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: circum-lacustrine distribution in Lake Malawi (Ref. 5664 , 88848 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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