CARES Species Profile:  Mylochromis lateristriga

Photo by:  Ad Konings

Description

A cichlid from Lake Malawi, especially the south, found in shallow, sandy sheltered bays with plants where it feeds on crustaceans.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - Lake Malawi

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Malawi

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  Jan. 24, 2026
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern IUCN Assessment Date:  June 20, 2018  

Reference Links

Fishbase: Mylochromis lateristriga

IUCN Red List: Mylochromis lateristriga

Cichlid Room Companion: Mylochromis lateristriga

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