CARES Species Profile: Copadichromis virginalis
Photo by: Ad Konings
Description
Cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi. A sand-dwelling species with a brief annual breeding season. Females mouthbrood.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Malawi
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
Conservation Status
CARES Classification: Near Threatened
CARES Assessment Date: March 15, 2026
IUCN Red List: Near Threatened
IUCN Assessment Date: June 22, 2018