Giant cichlid
Boulengerochromis microlepis
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Freshwater
Overview
Giant cichlid (Boulengerochromis microlepis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae (Cichlids), in the order Cichliformes. Maximum recorded length is 80 cm, with a maximum published weight of 4.5 kg. It has been recorded to depths of 85 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4,5 kg |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | ?-85m |
Habitat & Distribution
Loại nước
Freshwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
?-85m
Thông tin câu cá
Cá thể thao
Có
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Họ | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Loài | Boulengerochromis microlepis |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Giant cichlid get?
Giant cichlid can grow up to 80.0 cm long and weigh 4.5 kg.
What family does Giant cichlid belong to?
Giant cichlid (Boulengerochromis microlepis) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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