African sunfish
Sarotherodon melanotheron
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The African sunfish (Sarotherodon melanotheron) is a fish found in both freshwater and saltwater environments, reaching up to 28 cm in length. It inhabits estuaries and coastal lagoons along the West African coast and is notable for paternal mouthbrooding behavior.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 28,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-3m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-3m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Familie | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Arten | Sarotherodon melanotheron |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does African sunfish get?
African sunfish can grow up to 28.0 cm long.
Where is African sunfish found?
Estuaries
What family does African sunfish belong to?
African sunfish (Sarotherodon melanotheron) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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