Orthochromis Kalungwishiensis
📖 Overview
Rheophilic . Collected from clear, fast-flowing waters. The type series was taken from down to 2 m depth close to the shore, over rocky bottoms. Water temperature was 20.7 °C, pH 6.8, conductivity 25.7 µS, dissolved oxygen 9.3 mg/l .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Orthochromis Kalungwishiensis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
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🦐 Diet
Diet information for Orthochromis Kalungwishiensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Orthochromis Kalungwishiensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic to Kalungwishi River, tributary of Lake Mweru, upper Congo River basin in Zambia (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwetzochromis kalungwishiensis | Greenwood & Kullander | 1994 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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