Malawi Eyebiter, scientifically known as Dimidiochromis compressiceps, is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cichlidae family.
It’s only found in Lake Malawi, East Africa.
This fish lives in shallow water with plants and eats small fish like young Utaka or other groups of fish.
Malawi Eyebiter Interesting Facts
- Malawi Eyebiter is a cichlid fish native to Lake Malawi, East Africa.
- Prefers shallow water with plants and feeds on small fish like young Utaka.
- Thrives in a pH range of 8.0 and water hardness between 9 to 19 dH, with temperatures between 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C).
- Grows up to 9.1 inches (23.0 centimeters) long.
Malawi Eyebiter Habitat
Malawi Eyebiter is found mainly in Lake Malawi, the upper Shire River, and Lake Malombe in Africa.
It lives in freshwater environments near the bottom of the water (benthopelagic).
This fish prefers a pH range of 8.0 and water hardness between 9 to 19 dH. The ideal temperature for this tropical species is between 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C).
Its natural habitat lies within latitudes of 9°S to 17°S.
| Water Temperature: | 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C) |
| Water pH: | Unknown |
| Water Hardness: | 9 to 19 dH |
Malawi Eyebiter Physical Characteristics
Size: 9.1 inches (23.0 centimeters)
Malawi Eyebiter grows up to 9.1 inches (23.0 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.
Malawi Eyebiter Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Cichliformes |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Genus: | Dimidiochromis |
| Scientific Name: | Dimidiochromis compressiceps |
| Also Known As: | Malawi Eyebiter |
| Conservation Status: | Least Concern |