Enterochromis sp. 'red back scraper' in the aquarium of Greeg Steeves, Texas. This species has several color morphs. Photo by Greg Steeves. determiner Greg Steeves.

Enterochromis sp. 'red back scraper'

Curator: Greg Steeves. Last updated on 13-Feb-2008.

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Original reference in :

• Seehausen, Ole; 1996; "Lake Victoria Rock Cichlids"; Verduyn Cichlids; .

Conservation: This species was only collected once. This included one holding female. All Enterochromis sp. 'red back scraper' in our aquariums today are descendants from this one collection. Unfortunately, this colorful little haplochromine has not been seen in the wild since and is now thought to be extinct.