Haplochromis Chilotes
📖 Overview
Occurs in sheltered sublittoral and littoral zones with a hard substrate. Few specimens caught over mud . Feeds mainly on the larvae of the mayfly Povilla adusta; also on Trichoptera and Diptera larvae .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Haplochromis Chilotes is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Chilotes is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by female.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range ? - 17 m. Tropical; 18°C - 24°C ; 1°N - 3°S
🌿 Ecology
the larvae of the mayfly Povilla adusta; also on Trichoptera and Diptera larvae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Chilotes.
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