Kingdom Animalia Order Perciformes Genus Nyassachromis Higher classification Nyassachromis | Phylum Chordata Family Cichlidae Scientific name Nyassachromis breviceps Rank Species | |
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Nyassachromis breviceps is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only found in the southern part of the lake. It prefers areas with sandy substrates but needs a supply of small pebbles for nest building. This species can reach a length of 15.4 centimetres (6.1 in) TL. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.
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