Black Diamond Cichlid (Paratilapia polleni)

Also known as African Cichlid, Madagascan Cichlid, Marakeli Cichlid, Marakely, Polleni, Polleni Cichlid, Pollen's Cichlid, Starry Night Cichlid

Description

Also known as African Cichlid, Madagascan Cichlid, Marakeli Cichlid, Marakely, Polleni, Polleni Cichlid, Pollen's Cichlid, Starry Night Cichlid.

Found in rivers and streams, of Northern Madagascar.
They feed on smaller fish and plants.
Length - 28cm
Depth - ?m
Africa - Madagascar

A freshwater fish often seen in the aquarium trade.
These fish brood their eggs in their mouths to protect their young Ref: http://www.fishbase.org/summary/8786

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