Golden Sandeater

Lethrinops auritus

Fourteen Centimeters Cichlid from African Waters

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

The golden sand-eater (Lethrinops auritus) is a species of cichlid fish endemic to Lake Malawi where it prefers shallow waters with muddy substrates. This species grows to a length of 14 centimetres (5.5 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Lethrinops
Maximum length: 14 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Common in the southern part.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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