Lethrinops marginatus 'Senga Bay'

Genus:	Lethrinops
Type locality:	Near Langenburg, Lake Malawi.
Biotope:	Bays close to the shoreline.
Geographic distribution:	Lake Malawi.
Typical adult size:	Up to 14 cm.
Recommended aquarium size:	400 L.
Aquarium setup:	Fine sand substrate with open sandy areas interrupted by a few larger stones. Best kept in larger groups.
Diet:	Carnivorous. Feeds on various invertebrates, small crustaceans and insect larvae sifted from the sand.
Breeding:	Maternal mouthbrooder.
Aggression:	Peaceful towards conspecifics and other calm cichlid species.

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