Copadichromis

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Copadichromis
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Perciformes Family: Cichlidae Genus: Copadichromis

Copadichromis is a genus of cichlid fishes endemic to Lake Malawi in Eastern Africa. The genus contains 27 formally described species 1. Many species are popular with aquarists who keep african cichlids as most Copadichromis species are relatively peaceful in captivity.

[edit] Species commonly available to aquarists

• Copadichromis azureus
• Copadichromis borleyi (pictured right)
• Copadichromis mloto
• Copadichromis virginalis

[edit] References

• Froese, R. and D. Pauly. Editors. 2006.FishBase. World Wide Web electronic publication. [1] version (03/2006).