African mouthbrooder
Oreochromis mossambicus
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African mouthbrooder (Oreochromis mossambicus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Cichlidae (Cichlids), in the order Cichliformes. Maximum recorded length is 39 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.1 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–12 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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The African mouthbrooder (Oreochromis mossambicus) is a brackish-water cichlid reaching about 39 cm and 1.13 kg. It is famous for its mouthbrooding behavior, where females carry fertilized eggs and young fry in their mouths for protection.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 39.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.13 kg |
| Depth Range | 1-12m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Fishing Information
Taxonomy
| Order | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Family | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Species | Oreochromis mossambicus |
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