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Cichlidae

Lethrinops altus

Lethrinops altus

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

Lethrinops altus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it occurs in areas with sandy substrates.

Family
Cichlidae
Maximum length
15.8 cm
Water
Freshwater
Distribution
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi.
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern
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