Zebra Obliquidens, scientifically known as Astatotilapia latifasciata, is a type of cichlid fish from Uganda.
People often keep it in aquariums because it’s easy to breed. Sometimes it’s called Haplochromis “zebra obliquidens,” which can be confusing.
There is another species called Haplochromis obliquidens from Lake Victoria that isn’t found in the aquarium trade.
You can check out what this fish looks like over here.
Zebra Obliquidens Interesting Facts
- Zebra Obliquidens, or Astatotilapia latifasciata, is a cichlid fish native to Uganda’s Lake Kyoga system.
- This fish grows up to 4.5 inches (11.5 centimeters) long and is popular in aquariums due to its ease of breeding.
- It’s sometimes mistakenly called Haplochromis “zebra obliquidens,” causing confusion with a different species not found in the aquarium trade.
- The correct scientific name for this fish is Astatotilapia latifasciata.
Zebra Obliquidens Habitat
Zebra Obliquidens is native to Uganda. It lives in the Lake Kyoga system, including Lake Bisina and Lake Nawampasa.
| Water Temperature: | Unknown |
| Water pH: | Unknown |
| Water Hardness: | Unknown |
Zebra Obliquidens Physical Characteristics
Size: 4.5 inches (11.5 centimeters)
Zebra Obliquidens grows up to 4.5 inches (11.5 centimeters) long.
This is measured using the standard length method, which measures from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail base.
Zebra Obliquidens Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Cichliformes |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Genus: | Haplochromis |
| Scientific Name: | Astatotilapia latifasciata |
| Also Known As: | Zebra Obliquidens |
| Conservation Status: | Critically Endangered |