Trematochromis Benthicola
📖 Overview
Trematochromis Benthicola (Trematochromis benthicola), first described by Matthes, 1962 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 21.50 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 Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cichlidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16 - 18; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Body deep and moderately compressed . Presence of a thick sensory canal on the six infraorbitals, with large openings that are widely separated from each other . Unicuspid outer and inner teeth on both jaws; outer teeth arranged in a single regular row; inner teeth smaller than outer teeth, arranged in three to six irregular rows on anterior part of upper jaw . Presence of 2 scale rows between upper and lower lateral lines . Scales ctenoid on flank; cheek scaled; dorsal and anal fins with scales at base; caudal fin with small scales anteriorly on fin membranes between rays; paired fins without scales . Upper lateral line high on body with 21-25 scales, lower lateral line running along body axis with 11-16 scales, two pored scales anteriorly on caudal fin .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trematochromis Benthicola is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.4 - 8.4; dH range: 7 - 30. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C ; 3°S - 6°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇮Finnish | rubiinikampahautoja |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ctenochromis benthicola | Matthes | 1962 | Synonym |
| Haplochromis benthicola | Matthes | 1962 | Synonym |
| Trematochromis schreyeni | Poll | 1987 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Trematochromis Benthicola.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 14 records indexed .
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