The Humpback largemouth (Serranochromis altus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 56 cm.
Description
The humpback largemouth is a predatory cichlid from fresh water of the Okavango and Zambezi systems in southern Africa. The species grows to about 42 cm and has a deep, silver-grey body with a sturdy, humped back and a large, protrusible mouth. As a top predator it hunts smaller fish in deeper river reaches and floodplains. It is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Humpback largemouth?
The Humpback largemouth has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Humpback largemouth live?
The Humpback largemouth lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Humpback largemouth get?
The Humpback largemouth grows to a maximum of about 56 cm.
Is the Humpback largemouth dangerous to humans?
No, the Humpback largemouth is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Serranochromis
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