The Konye (Konia eisentrauti) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
Eisentraut's crater-lake cichlid is a cichlid endemic to the Barombi Mbo crater lake in Cameroon. The species has a stocky body and is small. It feeds on algae, small insects and fish eggs, and also behaves as a kleptoparasite: it steals food from freshwater crabs. It is an ovophilic, biparental mouthbrooder: both parents can incubate the eggs and larvae in the mouth. Owing to its very small range and threats to the crater lake it is critically endangered. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Konye?
The Konye has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Konye live?
The Konye lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Konye get?
The Konye grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Konye dangerous to humans?
No, the Konye is harmless to humans.
Is the Konye edible?
The Konye is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Konia
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