Lithochromis xanthopteryx

Haplochromis xanthopteryx

Ten Point Seven Centimeters Cichlid

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

Haplochromis xanthopteryx is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Victoria where it is only known to occur in the Mwanza Gulf in areas with rocky substrates. This species can reach a length of 10.7 centimetres (4.2 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade. This species may be placed back in the genus Lithochromis when a comprehensive review of Haplochromis is carried out.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Haplochromis
Maximum length: 10.7 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: endemic to the Mwanza Gulf in southern Lake Victoria, Tanzania.
Conservation status: VUVulnerable

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