Lethrinops furcifer (Lethrinops Furcififier)

The Furcififier Lethrinops is a cichlid fish from the waters of Lake Malawi in Africa. It measures on average between 15 and 20 centimeters in length and has a blue-green color on top and a white belly. Its head is wide with almond eyes and thick lips. His caudal fin is a bifid, which gives him the appearance of a fork, hence his Latin name Furcifer which means "fork carrier".

The Furcififier Lethrinops is a gregarious and peaceful fish that tends to live in a group. It is omnivorous and feeds mainly on small crustaceans, algae and plankton. In captivity, it can also be nourished with fish pellets.

The Furcififier Lethrinops is a popular aquarophilia fish, especially for fish lovers from Lake Malawi. It is generally compatible with other peaceful species and can be maintained in a community aquarium with other cichlids of Lake Malawi. However, it is important to maintain a good gender balance to avoid aggressive behavior.

In general, Furcififier Lethrinops is a robust and easy to keep fish in captivity if it is provided an adequate environment with stable water parameters and good nutrition. However, as with all fish, it is important to do regular water tests to ensure that it is healthy and adapted to its needs.