CARES Species Profile: Metriaclima greshakei
Photo by: Ad Konings
Description
A cichlid from the southeast arm of Lake Malawi found on sediment-covered rocky reefs. It feeds mainly on phytoplankton in open water. Males also graze from rocks.
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 11, 2018