Synonym: Haplochromis maxillaris
Cichlid native to Lake Victoria. Found in littoral zones. Feeds on cichlid embryos or larvae. Female mouthbrooder.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Victoria
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Victoria
Fishbase: Lipochromis maxillaris
IUCN Red List: Lipochromis maxillaris
Cichlid Room Companion: Lipochromis maxillaris