Cichlid native to eastern Lake Victoria. Found on rocky substrates on gentle to moderately steep slopes. Feeds on insect larvae, algae, and aquatic plants.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Victoria
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Victoria
Fishbase: Haplochromis flavus
IUCN Red List: Haplochromis flavus
Cichlid Room Companion: Haplochromis flavus