Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

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Genus: Labidochromis
Type locality: Mbenji Island, Lake Malawi.
Biotope: Upper rocky habitat; inhabits the calm waters of sediment-rich bays.
Geographic distribution: Mbenji Island, Lake Malawi.
Typical adult size: 9 cm
Diet: Feeds predominantly on biocover and on plankton when available.

Photo: © Ad Konings