The Nyerere's victoria cichlid (Haplochromis nyererei) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
Nyerere's victoria cichlid is a small, colourful cichlid from Lake Victoria in East Africa, often placed in the genus Pundamilia. The species grows to about 8 cm; males are bright red and yellow with black vertical bars, females grey-yellow. As a rock-dweller it lives along the shallow, rocky shore zone and eats zooplankton and small invertebrates. It is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans and is known from the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Nyerere's victoria cichlid?
The Nyerere's victoria cichlid has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Nyerere's victoria cichlid live?
The Nyerere's victoria cichlid lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Nyerere's victoria cichlid get?
The Nyerere's victoria cichlid grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Nyerere's victoria cichlid dangerous to humans?
No, the Nyerere's victoria cichlid is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Haplochromis
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