Haplochromis Macrocephalus
📖 Overview
A cryptically, most likely solitarily living species. Inhabits moderately steep and steep rocky shores at depths between 2 and at least 10 m. On moderately steep slopes it is usually encountered somewhat offshore. On steep slopes it occurs immediately inshore among boulders and in deep rock pools, sometimes at less than 2 m depth. Feeds on insect larvae, epilithic sponges, ostracods, plankton, detritus and snails.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 27 - 30. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Macrocephalus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
A polygynous female mouth-brooder with maternal parental care. Males are territorial.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; depth range 2 - 10 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
insect larvae, epilithic sponges, ostracods, plankton, detritus and snails
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Haplochromis Macrocephalus.
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