VUVulnerable
Oreochromis macrochir
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Ex-situ conservation
Other threatened species in CICHLIDAE
Threatened in Angola
Frequently asked questions
Why is Oreochromis macrochir classified as Vulnerable?
Oreochromis macrochir is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Oreochromis macrochir live?
Oreochromis macrochir occurs in Angola, Botswana, Brazil, Burundi, Cameroon, and Central African Republic (plus 20 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Oreochromis macrochir?
The main threats to Oreochromis macrochir are 8.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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