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Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps
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Chindongo sp. 'elongatus mphanga' Maison Reef.jpg Copadichromis borleyi 'Maison Reef'.jpg Copadichromis sp. 'maison' Maison Reef.jpg Copadichromis sp. 'mloto reef' Maison Reef.jpg Cynotilapia zebroides 'Maison Reef'.jpg
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Genus: Copadichromis
Biotope: Open water and sand–rock transition zones typical of pelagic Copadichromis species.
Geographic distribution: Lake Malawi.
Typical adult size: Approximately 15 cm
Recommended aquarium size: Minimum 250 litres; aquarium length at least 110 cm
Aquarium setup: Large open swimming space with sandy substrate and limited rock structures.
Diet: Presumed planktivorous, feeding mainly in mid-water.
Aggression: Generally mild to moderate, typical for Copadichromis species.

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