Lethrinops longipinnis

Lethrinops longipinnis

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

Lethrinops longipinnis is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found at depths of 30 to 140 metres (98 to 459 ft) (usually only down to 70 metres (230 ft)) over sandy substrates.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Lethrinops
Maximum length: 16 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to the southern part of Lake Malawi.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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