Synonym: Tilapia bemini
Cichlid native to Cameroon's Lake Bermin, from nearshore areas to deeper water. Feeds mainly on plants with some insects. Pair-bonding substrate spawner that builds nests on muddy bottoms.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - West Africa
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Cameroon: Lake Bemin
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