CARES Species Profile: Pseudotropheus tursiops
Photo by: Ad Konings
Description
A cichlid native to Lake Malawi around Chisumulu Island in shallow rocky habitat where it feeds by combing loose strands of algae from rock surfaces.
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 19, 2018