Nanochromis Parilus
📖 Overview
Found in large numbers in areas with slowly-flowing waters along the banks of the Congo River near Brazzaville and Kinshasa; does not seem to prefer the more rapidly-flowing parts of the river, even though Roberts & Stewart (1976) viewed it as a moderately rheophilic species . Feeds on worms, crustaceans and insects . Cave-spawner .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnosis: upper half of caudal fin always with alternating pattern of black and white to yellow stripes; lower half of caudal fin variable in males: uniformly violet (pale and sometimes almost transparent) across entire fin, or with many rows of red spots, or any combination of both; females always with an unmarked, clear to pale violet lower half of the caudal fin .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Nanochromis Parilus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Nanochromis Parilus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Nanochromis Parilus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 7.0; dH range: 5 - 8. Tropical; 22°C - 25°C ; 4°S - 6°S
🌿 Ecology
worms, crustaceans and insects (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | cichlidka konžská |
| 🇩🇪German | Blauer Kongocichlide |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanochromis parilius | Roberts & Stewart | 1976 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 25 records indexed .
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