| Scientific Name: Metriaclima sp. "mbweca" |
| Pronunciation: m
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| Geo. Origin: Mbweca, Mala Point and Cobwe, Mozambique |
| Habitat: Cavedweller in Rocky Habitat |
| Diet: Omnivore |
| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
| Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 5" |
| Temperature: 73-81°F |
| pH: 7.5-9 |
| Water Hardness: Hard |
| Difficulty: 2 |
Images: |
Dominant male Adult male Group Subadult male Male displaying to female |
Photo Credit: Darcy McQuillan |
Articles: | Species Article |
Comments: |
Males are found in the open water, near rocks, where they primarily feed on plankton. Males are territorial. Spawning takes place in the male's territory - a large, dark cave found among large boulders. Females are non-territorial and form large schools in mid-water and feed on the plankton together during the day hours. |