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Genus: Copadichromis
Type locality: Likoma Island (Maingano), Lake Malawi
Biotope: Intermediate habitat between rocks and sand; typically found at depths around 12 m
Geographic distribution: Confirmed around Likoma Island; similar but unexamined forms reported near Cobwé (Mozambique) and Undu (Tanzania)
Typical adult size: Males up to about 14 cm in the lake (up to ~16 cm in aquarium); females up to about 12 cm
Sexual dimorphism: Breeding males show a yellow breast and a narrow yellow marginal band in the anal fin. Females and immature males lack breeding coloration and remain more subdued
Recommended aquarium size: Minimum 500 litres
Aquarium setup: Minimum aquarium length 150 cm. Large open sandy areas combined with a few larger rocks; emphasis on open swimming space
Diet: Carnivorous plankton feeder
Breeding: Maternal mouthbrooder
Aggression: Moderately aggressive; territorial behavior mainly expressed by breeding males
Special notes: Distinctive within the Copadichromis mbenjii group by having only two lateral body spots. Previously known in the hobby as Copadichromis sp. “Likoma Blue”

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Photo: © Morgan Malvezzi
Photo: © Morgan Malvezzi
Photo: © Morgan Malvezzi
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