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The 7.5-8" male has good color, similar to the photo, just more redish orange. Scientific Name: Protomelas Ornatus (Unknown Collection point) Common Name (s): Ornate Hap Geo. Origin: Lake Malawi - Maleri Island Habitat: Wave-washed upper habitat at steep rock coasts Diet: Omnivore Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder Tempe

When fully grown this beautiful cichlid will start to develop their distinguishable puffy lips. In their natural habit they are a predator which feeds on small fish and invertebrates and will roll sideways to gain access to the hard to reach horizontal cracks in the rocks.

Male Juvenile Red Empress (Protomelas taeniolatus (Namalenje Is.)) P. taeniolatus has a lake-wide distribution & is primarily an herbivorous cichlid. It feeds by sucking algae from small pockets in the rocks. Like most cichlids, however, P. taeniolatus is an opportunistic feeder - when plankton is plentiful, it feeds on these as well.

Protomelas ornatus is a type of cichlid native to Lake Malawi in East Africa. This freshwater fish thrives in rocky habitats and is known for its vibrant colors and energetic swimming patterns.

Apr 19, 2009 · Protomelas ornatus species profile, with information about taxonomy, distribution, natural history, aquarium keeping, and conservation; including pictures, videos, and an extensive bibliography

Protomelas is a genus of haplochromine cichlids endemic to lake Malawi in east Africa. The genus is part of the haplochromine tribe and have maternal mouthbrooding and sexual dimorphism typical of this group.

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Jun 25, 2018 · The enlarged lips of P. ornatus are laterally compressed as is its body. It feeds on small mbuna found in the intermediate zones as well as small invertebrates. Its laterally compressed lips are designed to seal off slits and grooves, not round holes.

Dec 17, 2024 · Protomelas ornatus (Regan, 1922) Holotype: BMNH 1921.9.6.112. Type locality: Lake Malawi [Lake Nyasa], southeastern Africa.