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| Scientific Name: Ctenopharynx pictus |
| Pronunciation: s
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| Common Name(s): Haplochromis pictus |
| Geo. Origin: Lake Malawi |
| Habitat: Sand |
| Diet: Carnivore |
| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
| Temperament: Peaceful |
| Conspecific Temperament: Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 5" |
| Difficulty: 2 |
Images: |
Adult male |
Photo Credit: Ad Konings |
Articles: |
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Comments: |
Found throughout Lake Malawi over soft sands. Feeds on invertebrates by filtering sand. |