Yellow Black Line Hap

Mylochromis melanonotus

Black line across back

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

The haplochromis yellow black line (Mylochromis melanonotus) is a species of cichlid fish endemic to Lake Malawi where it is usually found over sandy substrates.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Mylochromis
Maximum length: 26 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi where it is widely distributed.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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