Orthochromis Polyacanthus
📖 Overview
Orthochromis Polyacanthus (Orthochromis polyacanthus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.8 cm. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 18 - 19; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7; Vertebrae: 31 - 32.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orthochromis Polyacanthus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 25°C - 26°C ; 1°N - 10°S endemic to Lake Mweru (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Orthochromis Polyacanthus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 43 records indexed .
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