| Labidochromis chisumulae | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Cichliformes |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Genus: | Labidochromis |
| Species: | L. chisumulae |
| Binomial name | |
| Labidochromis chisumulae Lewis, 1987 | |
Labidochromis chisumulae is a species of fish in the family Cichlidae. It is endemic to Chizumulu Island, Malawi. Its natural habitat is freshwater lakes.
Labidochromis caeruleus is a species of cichlid endemic to the central western coastal region of Lake Malawi in East Africa. It is also known as lemon yellow lab, the blue streak hap, the electric yellow or yellow prince, depending on the colour morph. A naturally occurring yellow-coloured variant from Lion's Cove is one of the most popular cichlids amongst aquarium hobbyists.
Labidochromis is a genus of cichlid fishes that are endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa. The genus includes 18 formally described species, and several yet undescribed species. It includes a number of species commonly kept in cichlid aquariums such as L. caeruleus. The species in this genus can easily hybridize, so if kept in an aquarium it is recommended to only have one species from this genus.
The haplochromine cichlids are a tribe of cichlids in subfamily Pseudocrenilabrinae called Haplochromini. This group includes the type genus (Haplochromis) plus a number of closely related genera such as Aulonocara, Astatotilapia, and Chilotilapia. They are endemic to eastern, southern and northern Africa, except for Astatotilapia flaviijosephi in the Middle East. A common name in a scientific context is East African cichlids – while they are not restricted to that region, they are the dominant Cichlidae there. This tribe was extensively studied by Ethelwynn Trewavas, who made major reviews in 1935 and 1989, at the beginning and at the end of her career in ichthyology. Even today, numerous new species are being described each year.
Labidochromis flavigulis, the Chisumulu pearl, is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur in areas with rocky substrates around Likoma Island and Chisumulu Island. This species can reach a length of 6.8 centimetres (2.7 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis freibergi is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around Likoma Island in areas with rocky substrates. This species grows to a length of 8 centimetres (3.1 in) TL. The specific name of this species honours the American fish importer Jacob Freiberg.
Labidochromis gigas is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur in areas with rocky substrates around Likoma Island and Chisumulu Island. This species can reach a length of 10 centimetres (3.9 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis heterodon is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around Boadzulu Island. This species can reach a length of 7.3 centimetres (2.9 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis ianthinus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around the Mbenji Islands. This species can reach a length of 9 centimetres (3.5 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis lividus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur over rocky substrates along the western coast of Likoma Island. This species can reach a length of 7.1 centimetres (2.8 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis maculicauda is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known from the northwestern coast. It prefers rocky areas and lives in shallow waters down to a depth of about 12 metres (39 ft). This species can reach a length of 6.4 centimetres (2.5 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis mathotho is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi. This species grows to a length of 8 centimetres (3.1 in) TL.
Labidochromis mbenjii is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur in the area around the Mbenji Islands. This species can reach a length of 6.4 centimetres (2.5 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis mylodon is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around Mumbo Island. This species can reach a length of 9 centimetres (3.5 in) TL. It is also found in the aquarium trade and is also raised as a food fish.
Labidochromis pallidus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur around the Maleri Islands and around Thumbi West Island. This species can reach a length of 6.7 centimetres (2.6 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis shiranus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur along the western coast of the southeastern arm of the lake. This species can reach a length of 7.8 centimetres (3.1 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis strigatus is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur in areas with rocky substrates around Likoma Island and Chisumulu Island. This species can reach a length of 6.9 centimetres (2.7 in) SL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis textilis is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found along the central portion of the eastern coast. This species grows to a length of 7.7 centimetres (3.0 in) SL.
Labidochromis vellicans is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found in areas with rocky substrates in the southern portion of the lake. This species grows to a length of 6.7 centimetres (2.6 in) SL. This species can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis zebroides is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known to occur in areas with rocky substrates around Likoma Island and Mazimbwe Island. This species can reach a length of 8.5 centimetres (3.3 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
Labidochromis sp. "Hongi" is an undescribed species of cichlid fish from Eastern Africa. Other names for the fish include kimpuma, Hongi red top and Hongi cichlid. It is well known in the aquarium trade. The maximum size of the species is about 5 inches for the males while the females stay around 3.5 inches.
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