Placidochromis Intermedius
📖 Overview
Placidochromis Intermedius (Placidochromis intermedius) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 98 and 123 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14 - 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9. Diagnosis: head length 35.5-35.8 %SL; snout length 29.0-29.8 % head length; snout pointed; lower jaw length 37.1-38.4 % head length; premaxillary pedicel length 24.5-24.9 % head length; lachrymal 18.4-19.2 % head length; 19-22 gill-rakers on lower limb of first arch; predorsal distance 37.2-37.7 %SL; body depth 38.0-40.6 %SL . : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Placidochromis Intermedius is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 98 - 123 m . Tropical endemic to Lake Malawi, present in the southern part of the lake (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Placidochromis Intermedius.
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