Placidochromis Msakae
📖 Overview
Placidochromis Msakae (Placidochromis msakae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 66 and 67 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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): 15 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9. Diagnosis: head length 31.3-34.3 %SL; snout length 28.1-30.6 % head length; snout blunt; lower jaw length 32.9-34.6 % head length; outer oral dentition well developed bicuspid; gape inclined at about 15° to horizontal; premaxillary pedicel length 22.9-27.5 % head length; eye diameter 37.1-39.6 % head length; predorsal distance 34.0-36.4 %SL; dorsal fin base length 53.1-55.2 %SL; body depth 34.5-36.7 %SL .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Placidochromis Msakae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Placidochromis Msakae is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Placidochromis Msakae is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 66 - 67 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
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