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Cichlidae

Ctenopharynx nitidus

Ctenopharynx nitidus

  • Tropical
  • Local endemic species
  • Restricted distribution
  • Freshwater fish
  • Africa
  • Small
  • Tropical fish
Family
Cichlidae
Maximum length
13.9 cm
Water
Freshwater
Distribution
Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs in the south and north ends of the lake.
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern
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