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The Haplochromis avium is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
Haplochromis avium is a small cichlid from Lake Victoria and surroundings in East Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, elongate body; males colour up more brightly with a blue-green sheen in breeding dress. As a dweller of shallow, weedy water it searches for small zooplankton and insect larvae. It is a mouthbrooder. Owing to competition with introduced species many Victoria cichlids are under pressure. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Haplochromis avium?
The Haplochromis avium has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern. Slender body; mouthbrooding plankton and insect eater
Where does the Haplochromis avium live?
The Haplochromis avium lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Lake Victoria
How big does the Haplochromis avium get?
The Haplochromis avium grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Haplochromis avium dangerous to humans?
No, the Haplochromis avium is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Haplochromis avium edible?
The Haplochromis avium is not usually eaten.
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