Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

Genus:	Cynotilapia
Biotope:	Rocky to intermediate habitat; occurs at various depths between rock-dominated and mixed sandy–rocky areas
Geographic distribution:	Restricted area between Meponda and Makanjila Point, around Ntekete, Lake Malawi
Typical adult size:	Males up to 10 cm; females around 8 cm
Recommended aquarium size:	Minimum 250 litres
Aquarium setup:	Fine sand substrate with scattered rock groups; provide at least one cave per male; harem structure of 1 male with 3–4 females recommended, larger groups possible only in sufficiently large aquaria; all males should be introduced simultaneously
Diet:	Omnivorous; juveniles mainly feed on plankton, adults predominantly graze aufwuchs
Aggression:	Aggressive towards conspecifics and other species; pronounced intraspecific aggression
Special notes:	Undescribed form; must not be confused with Cynotilapia sp. 'lion'; known only from the Ntekete area and nearby localities