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| Scientific Name: Dimidiochromis compressiceps |
| Pronunciation: d
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| Common Name(s): Malawi Eye Biter |
| Geo. Origin: Lake-wide distribution |
| Habitat: Among reed stands & Vallisneria beds in sediment-rich bays. |
| Diet: Carnivore |
| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
| Temperament: Peaceful |
| Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 11" |
| Temperature: 78 - 82°F |
| pH: 7.8 - 8.6 |
| Water Hardness: Hard |
| Difficulty: 2 |
Images: |
Adult Male Adult female Adult male Female holding Female hunting! Adult male Colored Male Unsexed Female Male Unsexed Male |
Photo Credit: Yoshihiro Sakai Japan |
Articles: | Species Article Haps Vs. Mbuna |
Comments: |
Non-territorial individuals from Chizumulu Is. & Cobue are golden yellow instead of silver. This species preys on juveniles (particularly Copadichromis spp.) hiding among plants. Its laterally compressed body helps it avoid detection. It has a large protrusible mouth that can reach out & suck in its prey. This large mouth also accomodates extra large spwans of 200-250! |