CARES Species Profile: Melanochromis mossambiquensis
Photo by: Ad Konings
Description
A cichlid native to Lake Malawi that feeds in groups by grazing algae and biofilm from small rocks in intermediate habitats.
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