Long-spined Sand Cichlid

Xenotilapia longispinis

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

Xenotilapia longispinis is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it prefers areas with sandy substrates. This species can reach a length of 16.3 centimetres (6.4 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Xenotilapia
Maximum length: 16.3 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Tanganyika.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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