Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

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Placidochromis sp. 'chinyankwazi' Chinyankwazi Island
Genus: Placidochromis
Geographic distribution: Endemic to Chinyankwazi Island, Lake Malawi.
Sexual dimorphism: Males in coloration are blue with yellow on the lower part of the body.
Diet: Observed scavenging in small groups.
Breeding: Territorial males have not been observed; males showing breeding coloration are rare.
Special notes: Individuals are usually seen in very small groups, never more than three together.

Photo: © Ad Konings
Photo: © Ad Konings
Photo: © Krzysztof Kaczynski
Photo: © Krzysztof Kaczynski
Photo: © Krzysztof Kaczynski