Cichlid native to Lake Malawi, Lake Malombe, and the upper Shire River. Found over sand, near rocks, and in open water. Feeds by taking scales from other fish.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Malawi
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
Fishbase: Corematodus shiranus
IUCN Red List: Corematodus shiranus
Cichlid Room Companion: Corematodus shiranus