Gnathochromis permaxillaris

Gnathochromis permaxillaris

Cichlid from Lake Tanganyika

Tropical
Local endemic species
Single-lake endemic
Freshwater fish
Africa
Medium
Tropical fish

Gnathochromis permaxillaris is a freshwater fish found around Africa. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 15 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Gnathochromis
Maximum length: 15 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic throughout Lake Tanganyika but never in substantial numbers.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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