Placidochromis Obscurus
📖 Overview
Placidochromis Obscurus (Placidochromis obscurus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 65 and 125 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): 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9. Diagnosis: head length 32.3-34.5 %SL; snout length 28.5-29.5 % head length; snout blunt; lower jaw length 36.3-38.0 % head length; premaxillary pedicel length 22.5-26.3 % head length; lachrymal 16.9-20.0 % head length; 18-21 gill-rakers on lower limb of first arch; predorsal distance 35.4-36.5 %SL; body depth 35.5-37.4 %SL . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Placidochromis Obscurus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 65 - 125 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 Obscurus.
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