Featherfin

Ophthalmotilapia ventralis

Endemic Cichlid of Lake Tanganyika

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Medium
Tropical fish

Ophthalmotilapia ventralis is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it is only known from the southern end of the lake. It can reach a length of 15 centimetres (5.9 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Ophthalmotilapia
Maximum length: 15 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: South end of Lake Tanganyika.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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