Labidochromis lividus

Labidochromis lividus

Seven Point One Centimeters Cichlid of African Waters

Tropical
Island endemic
Island endemic species
Local endemic species
Single-lake endemic
Freshwater fish
Africa
Small
Tropical fish

Labidochromis lividus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur over rocky substrates along the western coast of Likoma Island. This species can reach a length of 7.1 centimetres (2.8 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Labidochromis
Maximum length: 7.1 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs in the west coast of Likoma Island.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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