Simochromis diagramma

Simochromis diagramma

Nineteen Point Five Centimeters Cichlid

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

Simochromis diagramma is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it prefers murky waters with rock-rubble substrates usually at less than 5 metres (16 ft) and never deeper than 10 metres (33 ft). It can reach a length of 19.5 centimetres (7.7 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Simochromis
Maximum length: 19.5 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: endemic to Lake Tanganyika (Ref. 5694 ). In the Lukuga River (Lake Tanganyika outflow), known from the Kisimba-Kilia rapids (Ref. 93587 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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