The Fuscotaeniatus (Nimbochromis fuscotaeniatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The brownstripe nimbochromis is a predatory cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a mottled brown marbled pattern with a broken dark longitudinal band. It hunts small fish in the transition zone between rock and sand, partly by lying blotched on the bottom and ambushing. Like other Malawi cichlids it is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fuscotaeniatus?
The Fuscotaeniatus has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Fuscotaeniatus live?
The Fuscotaeniatus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Fuscotaeniatus get?
The Fuscotaeniatus grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Fuscotaeniatus dangerous to humans?
No, the Fuscotaeniatus is harmless to humans.
Is the Fuscotaeniatus edible?
The Fuscotaeniatus is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Nimbochromis
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