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The Curvifrons cichlid (Pseudosimochromis curvifrons) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Endemic to Lake Tanganyika, in shallow rubble-rich zones down to about 10 m depth.
Description
Pseudosimochromis curvifrons is a cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species reaches about 14 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed body with a conspicuously bulging forehead and faint bars. Adults are solitary and inhabit shallow, rubble-rich zones, usually not deeper than 10 m. They graze the biocover and algae from rocks. As a maternal mouthbrooder the female protects the young in her mouth. The species is of modest local fishery value and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Curvifrons cichlid?
The Curvifrons cichlid has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Grazes biofilm from rocks; maternal mouthbrooder with a strikingly bulging forehead.
Where does the Curvifrons cichlid live?
The Curvifrons cichlid lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika, in shallow rubble-rich zones down to about 10 m depth.
How big does the Curvifrons cichlid get?
The Curvifrons cichlid grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Curvifrons cichlid dangerous to humans?
No, the Curvifrons cichlid is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Curvifrons cichlid edible?
The Curvifrons cichlid is rarely eaten.
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