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The Banded haplochromine (Thoracochromis fasciatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The banded haplochromine is a cichlid (Cichlidae) from the fresh waters of Central Africa. The species has a stocky body with dark crossbars, to which the name refers; courting males colour up. It inhabits rivers and adjacent waters. As an omnivore it searches the bottom for small invertebrates, insect larvae and plant matter. As a cichlid it is a caring brood-tender. Owing to habitat loss the species is considered vulnerable. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded haplochromine?
The Banded haplochromine has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Dark vertical bars; caring brood-tending cichlid, vulnerable because of habitat loss.
Where does the Banded haplochromine live?
The Banded haplochromine lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Central Africa; rivers and adjacent waters.
How big does the Banded haplochromine get?
The Banded haplochromine grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Banded haplochromine dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded haplochromine is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded haplochromine edible?
The Banded haplochromine is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Thoracochromis
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