Cichlid native to Lake Victoria. Smaller fish use sheltered shallow muddy areas and larger fish occur over rocky bottoms. Feeds on fish and also takes scales.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Victoria
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Victoria
Fishbase: Allochromis welcommei
IUCN Red List: Allochromis welcommei
Cichlid Room Companion: Allochromis welcommei