The Boulenger's Kivu haplo (Haplochromis gracilior) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Haplochromis gracilior is a small cichlid endemic to Lake Kivu in East Africa, on the border of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The species has a slender, elongate body and reaches about 10 cm. Like other haplochromine cichlids it is a mouthbrooder, with the female protecting the eggs and young in her mouth. The fish is part of the species-rich cichlid community of Lake Kivu and presumably feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates. Relatively little detailed information is available on the precise ecology of this species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Boulenger's Kivu haplo?
The Boulenger's Kivu haplo has an elongate, eel-like body.
Where does the Boulenger's Kivu haplo live?
The Boulenger's Kivu haplo lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Boulenger's Kivu haplo get?
The Boulenger's Kivu haplo grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Boulenger's Kivu haplo dangerous to humans?
No, the Boulenger's Kivu haplo is harmless to humans.
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