Placidochromis Longus
📖 Overview
Placidochromis Longus (Placidochromis longus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 95 and 97 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9. Diagnosis: small elongate species with 8-9 vertical bars below the dorsal fin; lachrymal shallow, 12.3-13.5 % head length; head shape normal; 1/1 inner tooth rows in oral jaws; snout 24.1-24.7 % head length; mouth 41.8-42.6 % head length . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Placidochromis Longus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 95 - 97 m . Tropical endemic to Lake Malawi, only known from Lukoma Bay in Tanzania (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Placidochromis Longus.
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