Fin's Fish Guide
The Cichlid (Interochromis loocki) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
Loock's cichlid is a cichlid endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species has a stocky body with a blunt head and is well adapted to the surge-swept rocky shallows. With its broad mouth and teeth it rasps growth, algae and detritus from the surface of rocks. As a cichlid it is a maternal mouthbrooder. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cichlid?
The Cichlid has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Blunt head adapted to the surf; rasps biofilm from rocks, maternal mouthbrooder.
Where does the Cichlid live?
The Cichlid lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa; rocky shallows.
How big does the Cichlid get?
The Cichlid grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Cichlid dangerous to humans?
No, the Cichlid is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Cichlid edible?
The Cichlid is rarely eaten.
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