Tyrannochromis polyodon
Tyrannochromis polyodon (Trewavas, 1935)


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Family:  Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae
Max. size:  18.6 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater
Distribution:  Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Common in Nkhata Bay.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Prefers sediment-free rocky habitats in shallow waters (Ref. 5595).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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