Tyrannochromis maculiceps (Ahl, 1926) |
Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae | |||
Max. size: | 29.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; freshwater | |||
Distribution: | Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs on the northern part of the lake. | |||
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Biology: | Prefers sediment-free rocky habitats in shallow areas. Piscivore, feeds by ambushing its prey (Ref. 5595). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |