CARES Species Profile:  Cyclopharynx schwetzi

Synonym:   Neopharynx 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

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

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