CARES Species Profile:  Tilapia guinasana

Description

A cichlid from Namibia found in deep sinkhole lakes and reservoirs. It feeds mostly on algae and diatoms. It breeds on rocky ledges with both parents guarding eggs.

CARES Family:   Cichlidae - West Africa

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   Namibia

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Critically Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  March 15, 2026
IUCN Red List:  Critically Endangered IUCN Assessment Date:  March 1, 2007