CARES Species Profile: Melanochromis chipokae
Photo by: Ad Konings
Description
A cichlid native to Lake Malawi found on sandy patches among rocks. It hunts larger invertebrates and sometimes small fish. Females are mouthbrooders.
CARES Family: Cichlidae - Lake Malawi
Global Region: Africa
Distribution: Lake Malawi
Conservation Status
CARES Classification: Endangered
CARES Assessment Date: Jan. 15, 2017
IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered
IUCN Assessment Date: May 21, 2026