Haplochromis gowersii

Haplochromis gowersii

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Medium
Tropical fish

Haplochromis gowersii is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Victoria. This species can reach a length of 22.4 centimetres (8.8 in) SL. The specific name of this taxon honours the former Governor of Uganda William Frederick Gowers (1875-1954).

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Haplochromis
Maximum length: 22.4 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Lake Victoria.
Conservation status: DDData Deficient

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