Reproduction of Oreochromis tanganicae
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Main Ref. Trewavas, E., 1983
Mode dioecism
Fertilization
Mating type
Spawning frequency
Spawning aggregation Ref.  
Batch spawner Ref.  
Reproductive guild bearers
External brooders
Parental Care
Description of life cycle and mating behavior A maternal mouthbrooder; males defend territories in shallow water in sheltered sandy or muddy areas, and dig simple pits in the substrate (Ref. 118638).
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(e.g. 9948)
( e.g. cephalopods )
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