CARES Species Profile:  Mylochromis ensatus

Photo by:  Ad Konings

Description

A cichlid from the southeast arm of Lake Malawi found along sandy shores. It feeds on small invertebrates in the sand.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - Lake Malawi

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Malawi

CARES Classification:  Vulnerable CARES Assessment Date:  Jan. 24, 2026    
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern   IUCN Assessment Date:  June 22, 2018      
 

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