Protomelas spilonotus

Protomelas spilonotus

Fish Reaching Sixteen Point Seven Centimeters in African Waters

Black
Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Fusiform
Compressed cross-section
Medium
Tropical fish

Protomelas spilonotus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it prefers areas with clean, rocky substrates. This species can reach a length of 16.7 centimetres (6.6 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Protomelas
Maximum length: 16.7 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to the northern and southern parts of Lake Malawi.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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