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Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

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Chindongo sp. 'elongatus blue' (unknown locality)
Genus: Chindongo
Biotope: Rocky habitat. Presumably inhabits sediment-poor rocky areas typical of elongatus-type mbuna.
Geographic distribution: Lake Malawi. Exact distribution not reliably documented.
Typical adult size: Unknown. Likely similar to other members of the Chindongo elongatus complex.
Sexual dimorphism: Presumed present. Males likely more intensely blue than females, but specific differences are undocumented.
Recommended aquarium size: 300–400 L or larger.
Aquarium setup: Rock-dominated aquarium with many caves and visual barriers. Layout should allow formation of distinct territories.
Diet: Aufwuchs-based diet. Grazes algae and associated microorganisms.
Breeding: Maternal mouthbrooder. Likely follows typical mbuna breeding behavior.
Aggression: High. Expected to be aggressive toward conspecifics, especially between males.
Special notes: Undescribed elongatus-type mbuna known by its blue coloration.

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