Nyassachromis microcephalus

(Nyassachromis microcephalus)

Description

Nyassachromis microcephalus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it prefers areas with sandy substrates. This species can reach a length of 15 centimetres (5.9 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Actinopterygii
Order:Perciformes
Family:Cichlidae
Genus:Nyassachromis
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