Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

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Otopharynx sp. 'ovatus likoma' Membe Point.jpg Pseudotropheus perileucos 'Membe Point'.jpg Pseudotropheus sp. 'aggressive grey' Membe Point.jpg Pseudotropheus sp. 'lucerna fin spot' Membe Point.jpg Pseudotropheus williamsi 'Membe Point'.jpg
Previous pageNext pagePseudotropheus sp. 'aggressive grey' Membe Point
Genus: Pseudotropheus
Biotope: Intermediate habitat, occupying large sections of the upper 3 m.
Geographic distribution: Occurs around Likoma Island, Lake Malawi.
Sexual dimorphism: Females are dark brown and lack the light blue coloration present in the male’s dorsal fin.
Aggression: Aggressive species.
Special notes: Resembles Pseudotropheus fuscus closely and shows a superficial resemblance to Pseudotropheus tursiops.

Photo: © Pete Barnes