Labrochromis Humilior
📖 Overview
In Lake Victoria, confined to shallow water over sandy beaches in both sheltered and exposed areas . The stomachs of the specimens which were examined contained bottom debris (sand grains, plant fragments, diatom frustules and blue-green algae) together with remains of both larval and pupal insects (esp. Diptera & Trichoptera less frequently Ephemeroptera); also mollusks .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Labrochromis Humilior is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labrochromis Humilior is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 3°N - 3°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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