Dark Madagascar cichlid
📖 Overview
Dark Madagascar cichlid (Ptychochromoides betsileanus), first described by Boulenger, 1899 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 24.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Critically Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13 - 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 13; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 11; Vertebrae: 28 - 30. This species has a prominent adipose occipital hump .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dark Madagascar cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 15°S - 23°S central Madagascar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Trondo Mainty |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ptychochromis betsileanus | Boulenger | 1899 | Synonym |
| Tilapia betsileana | Boulenger | 1899 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Dark Madagascar cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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