Ahli
Sciaenochromis ahli
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Freshwater
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The Ahli (Sciaenochromis ahli) is a freshwater cichlid reaching about 20 cm in length. It inhabits Lake Malawi in East Africa and is highly prized in the aquarium trade for the striking electric blue coloration of males.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-150m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Familia | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Especies | Sciaenochromis ahli |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Ahli get?
Ahli can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Ahli belong to?
Ahli (Sciaenochromis ahli) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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