Basket hap (Mylochromis lateristriga)

Scientific name: Mylochromis lateristriga G?nther, 1864

The Basket hap (Mylochromis lateristriga) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 23–27°C (73–81°F). Native range: Africa, Endemic to Lake Malawi. More common in the southern portion.

Basket hap care at a glance

Temperature: 23–27°C (73–81°F)

Biology

Usually found in shallow sandy and vegetated areas located in sheltered bays. Feeds on crustaceans.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Mylochromis lateristriga
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 20.7
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.4 - 8.4; dH range: 7 - 30 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. More common in the southern portion.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)