Ahli
Sciaenochromis ahli
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
À propos
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 |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Plage de profondeur
?-150m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Famille | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Espèces | Sciaenochromis ahli |
Foire aux questions
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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