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The Hump-back bream (Tylochromis bangwelensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Central Africa; lakes and slow-flowing waters of the Bangweulu and Mweru river basins and the upper Congo.
Description
The Bangweulu tylochromis is an African cichlid from the Bangweulu and Mweru drainages and the upper Congo in Central Africa. The species grows to about 28 cm and has a stocky, silvery body with a small head and thick lips. It inhabits lakes and slow-flowing waters with soft bottoms. Its main food is the aquatic larval stages of the lake-fly, supplemented with small invertebrates and organic matter sifted from the bottom. As a maternal mouthbrooder the female carries the eggs and young in her mouth. The species is a local food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hump-back bream?
The Hump-back bream has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Feeds mainly on lake fly larvae; maternal mouthbrooder of the Bangweulu basin.
Where does the Hump-back bream live?
The Hump-back bream lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Central Africa; lakes and slow-flowing waters of the Bangweulu and Mweru river basins and the upper Congo.
How big does the Hump-back bream get?
The Hump-back bream grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Hump-back bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Hump-back bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Hump-back bream edible?
Yes, the Hump-back bream is commonly eaten.
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