Purple Mbuna

Melanochromis vermivorus

Near Threatened Cichlid in the Record

Black
Purple
Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Small
Tropical fish

The purple mbuna (Melanochromis vermivorus) is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi. This species can reach a length of 7.4 centimetres (2.9 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Melanochromis
Maximum length: 7.4 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: endemic to Lake Malawi (Ref. 5663 , 89864 ).
Conservation status: NTNear Threatened

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