CARES Species Profile:  Coptodon spongotroktis

Description

Cichlid native to Cameroon. Feeds mainly on freshwater sponges plus algae and plankton. Likely a pair-bonding substrate brooder with both parents guarding.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - West Africa

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Cameroon: Lake Bermin

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Critically Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  March 15, 2026
IUCN Red List:  Critically Endangered IUCN Assessment Date:  Feb. 16, 2009