Endemic to a small reef near Chewere, north of Chilumba, Metriaclima sp. Elongatus Chewere are small mbuna that have not been scientifically described. They are members of the Elongatus-group of mbuna, which are small, slender, long cichlids that inhabit many areas of Lake Malawi.
Scientific Name: Metriaclima sp.
Common Name: Elongatus Chewere
Max Size: 4"
pH: 7.5-8.4
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 74-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake food low in protein
Compatibility: Mbuna
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