Description
Cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi. Found around rocks and over sandy beaches. Feeds mainly on plankton.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Malawi
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
Conservation Status
CARES Classification: Critically Endangered
CARES Assessment Date: March 14, 2026
IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered
IUCN Assessment Date: June 22, 2018