Where Does Bumblebee Cichlid Live?

Bumblebee Cichlid lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Bumblebee Cichlid

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters (16 to 130 feet), but can be found deeper.

Environment

Rocky littoral zones of Lake Malawi, particularly areas with large boulders and crevices that provide shelter and hunting grounds. They are often associated with the caves and overhangs where Bagrus meridionalis catfish reside.

Geographic range

Endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa. Widely distributed throughout the rocky shores of the lake, including localities such as Chinyankwazi Island, Thumbi West Island, and various other rocky outcrops.

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