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The Regan's tylochromis (Tylochromis regani) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
Regan's tylochromis is an African cichlid from West and Central Africa. The species grows to about 28 cm and has a stocky, silvery body with a small head and thick lips. It is a bottom-dwelling macrophage living over soft bottoms of rivers, lagoons and lakes. With its mouth it takes mouthfuls of bottom material from which it sifts mainly plant matter and insect larvae. As a maternal mouthbrooder the female carries the eggs and young in her mouth. Owing to a restricted range and threats to its habitat the species is listed as Near Threatened (NT). It is a local food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Regan's tylochromis?
The Regan's tylochromis has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Bottom macrophage that sifts bottom material; maternal mouthbrooder, near threatened (NT) with a limited range.
Where does the Regan's tylochromis live?
The Regan's tylochromis lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. West and Central Africa; soft bottoms of rivers, lagoons and lakes.
How big does the Regan's tylochromis get?
The Regan's tylochromis grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Regan's tylochromis dangerous to humans?
No, the Regan's tylochromis is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Regan's tylochromis edible?
Yes, the Regan's tylochromis is commonly eaten.
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