Orthochromis Luichensis
📖 Overview
Orthochromis Luichensis (Orthochromis luichensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.1 cm. With a trophic level of 2, it is a herbivore or detritivore. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 17 - 19; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 10; Vertebrae: 30 - 32. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orthochromis Luichensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
A mouthbrooding species. It is likely a female brooder as few specimens with young in the mouth appeared to be females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic to the Luiche River basin in Tanzania (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
plant matter; mouthbrooding species (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Orthochromis Luichensis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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