CARES Species Profile:  Lithochromis rufus

Synonym:   Haplochromis rufus

Description

Cichlid native to Lake Victoria. Found on rocky slopes in Mwanza Gulf. Feeds on insect larvae and snails. Maternal mouthbrooder.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - Lake Victoria

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Victoria

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Critically Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  Jan. 17, 2026
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern IUCN Assessment Date:  April 1, 2010  

Reference Links

Fishbase: Lithochromis rufus

IUCN Red List: Lithochromis rufus

Cichlid Room Companion: Lithochromis rufus

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