Placidochromis Longirostris
📖 Overview
Placidochromis Longirostris (Placidochromis longirostris) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 30 and 92 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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): 15 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9. Diagnosis: snout extremely long, 39.8-43.2 % head length; lachrymal deep, 27.9-29.3 % head length; eye small, 26.4-28.5 % head length .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Placidochromis Longirostris is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Placidochromis Longirostris is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Placidochromis Longirostris is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 30 - 92 m . Tropical endemic to Lake Malawi, known from Mozambique and Malawi (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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