Haplochromis Labriformis
📖 Overview
Haplochromis Labriformis (Haplochromis labriformis), first described by Nichols & La Monte, 1938 is a small fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 6.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cichlidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9; Vertebrae: 30. Diagnosis: Haplochromis labriformis is a small, moderately slender micrognathic species, with unequally bicuspid teeth, a single inner row in both jaws, and the caudal third part of the premaxilla edentulous . Body of the preserved specimen uniformly light brown, without markings . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Labriformis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 1°N - 3°S known from Lake Victoria (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Labriformis.
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