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Nyassachromis nigritaeniatus

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

Nyassachromis nigritaeniatus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it prefers areas with sandy substrates. This species can reach a length of 21 centimetres (8.3 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Nyassachromis
Maximum length: 21 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to the Monkey Bay area in Lake Malawi.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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