Cunene dwarf happy (Orthochromis machadoi)

Scientific name: Orthochromis machadoi Poll, 1967

The Cunene dwarf happy (Orthochromis machadoi) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–25°C (72–77°F). Native range: Africa, Cunene River (Angola, Namibia).

Cunene dwarf happy care at a glance

Temperature: 22–25°C (72–77°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Orthochromis machadoi
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.5 - ?; dH range: 12 - ? benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Cunene River (Angola, Namibia).
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: potential
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)