Haplochromis Cavifrons
📖 Overview
Relatively common a few hundred meters off-shore over hard substrates. Few specimens caught over mud .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Haplochromis Cavifrons is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Cavifrons is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by female.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range ? - 13 m. Tropical; 1°N - 3°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpagochromis cavifrons | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
| Hemichromis cavifrons | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
| Paratilapia cavifrons | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
| Pelmatochromis cavifrons | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Cavifrons.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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