Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

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Chirombo Bay.jpg Placidochromis sp. 'longimanus chirombo' Chirombo Bay.jpg
Previous pagePlacidochromis sp. 'longimanus chirombo' Chirombo Bay
Genus: Placidochromis
Geographic distribution: Recorded from Chirombo Bay and at depths of about 20–50 m.
Biotope: Observed at depths ranging between 20–50 m; specific habitat characteristics are not documented.
Special notes: Member of the longimanus group of Placidochromis species. Only very few individuals have been observed and photographed, and detailed information on its ecology and behavior is lacking.

Photo: © George Turner