Haplochromis Dolichorhynchus
📖 Overview
Caught in open off-shore waters and in a relatively shallow bay. All localities had a mud substrate . Fishes from greater depths feed on small crustaceans, especially Caridina sp. and to a lesser degree, on Diptera pupa. Fishes from shallower locality fed on Diptera pupa with considerable quantities of mud ingested .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Haplochromis Dolichorhynchus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Dolichorhynchus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 9 - 30 m. Tropical; 1°N - 3°S
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans, especially Caridina sp
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Dolichorhynchus.
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