Lethrinops macrophthalmus 'Jalo Reef'

Genus:	Lethrinops
Type locality:	Lake Malawi.
Biotope:	Shallow waters with sandy substrates and dense swards of Vallisneria vegetation.
Geographic distribution:	Lake Malawi, with records centred on the Nkhotakota area along the central western shore.
Typical adult size:	Up to 12.0 cm SL.
Diet:	Small invertebrates and diatoms, obtained by sifting sandy substrates and grazing aufwuchs associated with Vallisneria.
Breeding:	Maternal mouthbrooder.
Aggression:	Peaceful.
Special notes:	Distinguished by very large eyes relative to head size, with eye diameter approximately 2.5 times in head length.

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