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The Staner's cichlid (Limnochromis staneri) is a fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
Staner's cichlid is a cichlid from Lake Tanganyika in East Africa, recently placed in the genus Greenwoodochromis. The species grows to about 19 cm and has an elongate, greyish body with large eyes. As a bottom-oriented hunter it lives over soft bottoms of the deeper water and searches for small invertebrates and small fish. It is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Staner's cichlid?
The Staner's cichlid is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large eyes for deep water; mouthbrooding cichlid
Where does the Staner's cichlid live?
The Staner's cichlid is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Lake Tanganyika
How big does the Staner's cichlid get?
The Staner's cichlid grows to a maximum of about 19 cm. On average the species is around 11 cm.
Is the Staner's cichlid dangerous to humans?
No, the Staner's cichlid is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Staner's cichlid edible?
The Staner's cichlid is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Limnochromis
More from the family Cichlidae
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