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Haplochromis venustus
About Haplochromis venustus
Haplochromis venustus (Nimbochromis venustus) is one of the most popular freshwater ornamental fish species. It originates from Lake Malawi in Africa. This uniquely patterned fish can produce 50 to 120 externally fertilized eggs. Later, the female will lay the eggs and incubate them in her mouth for 21 days. Even after hatching, the young fish will remain in the female's skin for 10 days before being released.
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Common Name
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Giraffe Cichlid, Venustus Hap, Giraffe Hap
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Nimbochromis venustus
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Species
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Nimbochromis venustus
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Genus
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Nimbochromis
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Family
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Cichlidae
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SubOrder
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Characoidei
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Order
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Cichliformes
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Class
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Actinopterygii
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Haplochromis venustus |
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Color
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Black
Yellow
Blue
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Pattern
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Spotted
Striped
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Characteristics
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Anal Fins
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Tank Level
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Bottom |
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Min Height
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8.9 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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11 Inches or 1 meters |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Ultraviolet Vision
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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easy |
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Temperature
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75°F to 79°F |
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Substrate
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Sand
Fine Gravel
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Water Hardness
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Very Hard
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Minimum Tank Size
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125 gallons |
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pH
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7.5 to 8.5 |
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Haplochromis venustus including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Omnivores
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Temperament
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Calm
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Modes of Locomotion
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Swimming
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Energy Level
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Moderate Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Haplochromis venustus. |
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Lifespan
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10 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Aquatic |
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Ecosystem
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Freshwater
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Country
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Africa
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