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Mylochromis obtusus

Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Medium
Tropical fish

Mylochromis obtusus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is currently only known from sandy areas in the southern portion of the lake.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Mylochromis
Maximum length: 22 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Known only from the holotype taken from the south-east arm between the Bar and Nkhudzi.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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