Deep-water benthic habitats in the South-East Arm of Lake Malawi at
depths of 70–125 m.
Geographic distribution:
Known only from the South-East Arm of Lake Malawi, north of Mvunguti,
Malawi.
Typical adult size:
Up to 15 cm total length.
Special notes:
A relatively elongate deep-water species characterized by a pointed
snout, flattened lower jaw and a comparatively large mouth. The body is
generally silvery with a pinkish-brown hue and shows 6 broad vertical
bars under the dorsal fin. It was previously collected under the name
Haplochromis acuticeps before formal description.
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