Namib happy
📖 Overview
Namib happy (Thoracochromis buysi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Physical description for Namib happy is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Namib happy is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Namib happy is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 11°S - 18°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Namib Happy · Namib River Bream |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haplochromis buysi | Penrith | 1970 | Synonym |
| Thoracochromis byusi | Greenwood | 1984 | Synonym |
| Tilapia steindachneri | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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