Haplochromis Pundamilia
📖 Overview
Confined to rocky substrates. A cryptic species inhabiting moderately steep and steep shores with medium to large boulders, where it lives in large crevices between rocks, predominantly in shallow waters and in rock pools within emerged rocky reefs. Feeds mainly on benthic insect larvae, especially Ephemeroptera, but occasionally takes zooplankton, small fish and Bryozoa.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 28 - 30. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Haplochromis Pundamilia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Haplochromis Pundamilia is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
A polygynous female mouth brooder with maternal parental care.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
benthic insect larvae, especially Ephemeroptera, but occasionally takes zooplankton, small fish and
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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