Haplochromis Igneopinnis
📖 Overview
Occurs only in rocky substrates. Inhabits moderately steep ( restricted to slightly offshore areas beyond 2 m depth) and steep rocky shores (inhabiting immediately inshore waters where it lives in deep and wide gaps between big boulders) with medium sized to very big boulders. Feeds on algae and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 10; Vertebrae: 30 - 31. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Igneopinnis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
A polygynous female mouth-brooder with maternal parental care. Males occupy territories among big boulders at 3-4 m depth or deeper.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
algae and detritus
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Igneopinnis.
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