Maylandia Callainos
📖 Overview
Maylandia Callainos (Maylandia callainos), first described by Stauffer & Hert, 1992 is a small fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 8.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. Recorded depth range: 3 to 4 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.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): 17 - 18; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Gill rakers on first ceratobranchial 11-12; gill rakers on first epibranchial 1-3.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Maylandia Callainos is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - 8.3; dH range: 5 - 30; depth range 3 - 4 m . Tropical; 24°C - 26°C West islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metriaclima callainos | Stauffer & Hert | 1992 | Synonym |
| Pseudotropheus callainos | Stauffer & Hert | 1992 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Maylandia Callainos.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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