Threespot torpedo (Exochochromis anagenys)

Scientific name: Exochochromis anagenys Oliver, 1989

The Threespot torpedo (Exochochromis anagenys) 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. Occurs in Thumbi West Island and the south east arm of Lake Malawi.

Threespot torpedo care at a glance

Temperature: 23–27°C (73–81°F)

Biology

Inhabits moderately deep water over sandy and rocky substrates and feeds on fishes.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Exochochromis anagenys
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 20.0
Depth range: 5–126 m (16–413 ft)
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.4 - 8.4; dH range: 7 - 30 benthopelagic; depth range 5 - 126 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs in Thumbi West Island and the south east arm of Lake Malawi.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries:; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)