Haplochromis Flavus
📖 Overview
Restricted to rocky substrates. Microhabitats of this species range from very gentle to moderately steep slopes. Feeds on chironomid larvae, filamentous Chlorophyta, diatoms and macrophytes.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 29 - 31. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Flavus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Haplochromis Flavus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Haplochromis Flavus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
chironomid larvae, filamentous Chlorophyta, diatoms and macrophytes
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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