Orthochromis malagaraziensis

Orthochromis malagaraziensis

A Cichlid from African Waters

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

Orthochromis malagaraziensis is a freshwater fish found around Africa. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 15 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Orthochromis
Maximum length: 15 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: endemic to Malagarasi River, in Burundi and Tanzania (Ref. 28906 ).
Conservation status: VUVulnerable

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