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Telmatochromis dhonti (Boulenger, 1919) |
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| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Pseudocrenilabrinae | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 8.5 - 9; dH range: 10 - 15 | |||
| Distribution: | Africa: endemic to Lake Tanganyika (Ref. 5704). In the Lukuga River (Lake Tanganyika outflow), known from the Kisimba-Kilia rapids (Ref. 93587). | |||
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| Biology: | Have been discovered over many types of rock substrates even in very muddy water. Omnivorous, feeds on microorganisms (Ref. 6770). Forms temporary pair bonds; the male defends the territory while the female takes care of her offspring (Ref. 7343). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 April 2025 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||