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Species Most Often Observed near Labidochromis strigatus

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This pie chart shows the relative likelihood of observing particular other species commonly observed near Labidochromis strigatus

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These species are those which most commonly occur in our observation database near Labidochromis strigatus. Observations favor some phyla over others. Typically Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoa, and Arthropods are more common in the field than in our records.

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Characteristics of Habitat

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Range and Population:

Endemic to Lake Malawi where it occurs at Likoma and Chisumulu Islands. It was originally endemic to Chizululu Island and was introduced to Likoma Island.[1]
Countries:Native:
Malawi

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Population:No information available. Population Trend: Unknown

Habitat and Ecology

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Biome:

Fresh water. Benthopelagic.

Ecology Notes:

Rock dwelling cichlid found in shallow turbulent waters. It displays territorial behaviour and is herbivorous. Aquarium trade name unknown.[1]


List of Habitats:5.5Wetlands (inland) - Permanent Freshwater Lakes (over 8ha)

In sections below, we make some habitat inferences based on the known habitat preferences of those species most commonly associated with Labidochromis strigatus.

Soil and Rock:

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Footnotes

  1. Kasembe, J. 2006. In IUCN 2008. 2008 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCNRedList.org. Downloaded July 18, 2008. [back]