So bestimmen Sie Zebra Cichlide

Um Zebra Cichlide (Tilapia buttikoferi) zu bestimmen, achten Sie auf diese Schlüsselmerkmale.

Körperliche Merkmale

Körperform

compressed

Färbung

Adults display prominent black and white (or yellowish-white) vertical bands across their body, typically 6-8 bands. The intensity of these bands can change with mood, stress, or breeding activity. Fins are often dark with some banding or spotting. Juveniles may have less defined banding.

Schuppentyp

ctenoid

Maulstellung

terminal

Besondere Merkmale

Prominent black and white vertical banding, Large, robust body, Thick lips, Relatively large eyes, Can reach up to 30-40 cm (12-16 inches) in length

Rückenflosse

Long, continuous dorsal fin with spiny anterior rays and soft posterior rays. The spiny portion is typically longer than the soft-rayed portion.

Schwanzflosse

Rounded to slightly emarginate caudal fin.

Brustflosse

Well-developed, rounded pectoral fins.

Auffällige Flossen

Pelvic fins are pointed and often dark.

Bestimmungstipps

1. 1

   Coloration and Pattern

   The most distinguishing feature is the bold, alternating black and white vertical bands covering the entire body. No other cichlid in its native range has such a distinct pattern.

2. 2

   Size

   Its large adult size (up to 40 cm) helps differentiate it from smaller cichlid species.

3. 3

   Body Shape

   Robust, deep-bodied, and laterally compressed, typical of many Tilapia species.

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