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Cichlidae

Candle Hap

Stigmatochromis pholidophorus

  • Tropical
  • Local endemic species
  • Restricted distribution
  • Freshwater fish
  • Africa
  • Fusiform
  • Small
  • Tropical fish
Family
Cichlidae
Maximum length
10.8 cm
Water
Freshwater
Body shape
fusiform
Distribution
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Known from the holotype caught near Vua in the northern part of the lake. Two other populations have been reported from Senga Bay and from the east coast near Fort Maguire (Ref. 5595 ).
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern
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