Stigmatochromis modestus

Stigmatochromis modestus

Length up to twenty five centimeters

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

Stigmatochromis modestus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it lives among rocks. It is an ambush predator, feeding on other fishes. It can reach a length of 25 centimetres (9.8 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Stigmatochromis
Maximum length: 25 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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