Telmatochromis brichardi
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A cichlid from Lake Tanganyika, from rocky areas, where it feeds on algae. It spawns in small cavities; pairs are temporary: the male defends the territory and the female tends the brood.
- Scientific name
- Telmatochromis brichardi
- Family
- Cichlidae
Fact sheet
General
- Water
- Freshwater
- Group
- Fish
Taxonomy
- Family
- Cichlidae
- Order
- Cichliformes
Origin
- Native region
- África
Size and lifespan
- Adult size
- 4.1 cm
Behavior
- Swimming level
- Bottom
Conservation and trade
- IUCN status
- Not evaluated (NE)
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