Steatocranus Tinanti
📖 Overview
Steatocranus Tinanti (Steatocranus tinanti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.3 cm. 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
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Steatocranus Tinanti is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Female lays up to 100 eggs in the male's cave. Both parents take care of their young.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 19. Tropical; 25°C - 27°C ; 3°S - 7°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gobiochromis tinanti | Poll | 1939 | Synonym |
| Leptotilapia tinanti | Poll | 1939 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Steatocranus Tinanti.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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