Xenotilapia melanogenys

Xenotilapia melanogenys

Cichlid in Lake Tanganyika

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

Xenotilapia melanogenys is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika. This species can reach a length of 15 centimetres (5.9 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Xenotilapia
Maximum length: 15 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Africa: endemic to and widespread in Lake Tanganyika (Ref. 46829 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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