African mouthbrooder
Oreochromis mossambicus
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Brackish
À propos
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 |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-12m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Brackish
Plage de profondeur
1-12m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Famille | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Espèces | Oreochromis mossambicus |
Foire aux questions
How big does African mouthbrooder get?
African mouthbrooder can grow up to 39.0 cm long and weigh 1.13 kg.
Where is African mouthbrooder found?
Estuaries
What family does African mouthbrooder belong to?
African mouthbrooder (Oreochromis mossambicus) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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