Pseudotropheus_fuscus

<i>Pseudotropheus fuscus</i>

Pseudotropheus fuscus

Species of fish

Pseudotropheus fuscus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is known from Nkhata Bay and Lion's Cove. It prefers areas with rocky substrates, usually at depths of 5 metres (16 ft) or less. It feeds on algae. This species can reach a length of 11 centimetres (4.3 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.[2]

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References

  1. [1]
    Konings, A. (2018). "Pseudotropheus fuscus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2018: e.T117849489A117849509. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-2.RLTS.T117849489A117849509.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
  2. [2]
    Konings, A.F. (2016). Malaŵi Cichlids in their natural habitat (5 ed.). Cichlid Press. p. 447. ISBN 978-1-932892-23-9.


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