African blockhead
Steatocranus casuarius
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A prominent nuchal hump on the forehead of mature males gives Steatocranus casuarius its common name, African blockhead. The cichlid grows to roughly 10 cm and is native to the Congo River of Central Africa, where it keeps to fast-flowing rocky stretches rather than open water. Reduced swim-bladder buoyancy suits that current-swept habitat, and the species belongs to the family Cichlidae in the order Cichliformes.
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概要
The African blockhead (Steatocranus casuarius) is a freshwater cichlid native to the Congo River in Central Africa, reaching about 10 cm. It is named for the prominent nuchal hump on the male's forehead, and it inhabits fast-flowing rocky river sections.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 10.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| 目 | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| 科 | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| 種 | Steatocranus casuarius |
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