A practical handbook covering the diverse cichlid fauna of East Africa's Rift Lakes, with a focus on species from Lakes Tanganyika and Malawi. The text highlights identifying features, color patterns and the ecological settings these fishes occupy.

Tanganyikan species are noted for striking coloration while Malawian cichlids are described for their varied reproductive strategies. Clear identification tips and observations on habitat and behavior make the volume useful for hobbyists and researchers alike.

Published by Tetra Pr in 1995, the 200-page hardcover provides concise, field-oriented guidance for maintaining and studying East African cichlids.

Key topics

• Identification: forms, patterns and diagnostic features
• Habitat and water-condition notes for Rift Lake species
• Reproductive and breeding behavior of Tanganyika and Malawi cichlids

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