CARES Species Profile:  Chiloglanis bifurcus

Common Name:  Incomati suckermouth

Description

The Incomati Suckermouth is native to Crocodile-Incomati system in Africa. Found in rocky rapids and cascades, preferring deeper water over cobbles, it feeds on benthic invertebrates such as mayfly and caddis fly nymphs, blackfly and midge larvae and small snails. Breeds during summer and is a partial spawner.

CARES Family:   Mochokidae - Upside-down Catfish (Squeakers)

Global Region:   Africa

Distribution:   South Africa: Incomati River system

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Critically Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  None
IUCN Red List:  Critically Endangered IUCN Assessment Date:  None