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The Sargochromis thysi is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
Thys' cichlid is a cichlid from Central Africa, occurring in the Kasai system of the Congo basin. The species reaches about 19 cm and has a stocky, olive to silvery-grey body. With its powerful pharyngeal jaws it is specialised in crushing snails and other hard-shelled invertebrates (molluscivore). Like many African cichlids it is a maternal mouthbrooder, the female protecting the eggs and young in her mouth. Through a lack of data the IUCN assesses the species as data deficient (DD). It is a little-studied inhabitant of the Central African rivers.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sargochromis thysi?
The Sargochromis thysi has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Snail-eating cichlid with powerful pharyngeal jaws; maternal mouthbrooder; data deficient (DD).
Where does the Sargochromis thysi live?
The Sargochromis thysi lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Central Africa, in the Kasai system of the Congo basin.
How big does the Sargochromis thysi get?
The Sargochromis thysi grows to a maximum of about 19 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Sargochromis thysi dangerous to humans?
No, the Sargochromis thysi is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Sargochromis thysi edible?
The Sargochromis thysi is rarely eaten.
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