Cichlid
📖 Overview
Inhabits the shallow littoral zone, particularly in the vicinity of emergent vegetation . Less commonly found in the water lily zone, over exposed sandy beaches and at the margin of papyrus swamps. Has often been collected and seen around rock foundations of piers. Feeds mainly on diatoms (Melosira, Surirella, Gomphonema, Rhopalodia, Navicula, and Cyclotella) .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooder.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C ; 3°N - 3°S
🌿 Ecology
diatoms (Melosira, Surirella, Gomphonema, Rhopalodia, Navicula, and Cyclotella) (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Cichlid · Obliquidens Hap |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromis obliquidens | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
| Clinodon bayoni | Boulenger | 1908 | Synonym |
| Ctenochromis obliquidens | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
| Hemitilapia bayoni | Boulenger | 1908 | Synonym |
| Tilapia obliquidens | Hilgendorf | 1888 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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