CARES Species Profile:  Cyclopharynx schwetzi

Description

Cichlid endemic to the Fwa River in the Kasai drainage. Feeds mainly on algae and diatoms. Maternal mouthbrooder.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - West Africa

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   DR Congo: Fwa River

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  Jan. 15, 2020
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern IUCN Assessment Date:  Feb. 16, 2009