CARES Species Profile:  Neochromis omnicaeruleus

Synonym:   Haplochromis omnicaeruleus

Description

A cichlid from Lake Victoria on rocky shores, often seen alone. It grazes filamentous algae and diatoms. Females are mouthbrooders. Males defend territories.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - Lake Victoria

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Lake Victoria

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

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