ENEndangered
Orthochromis kasuluensis
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
FRESHWATER· major
Other threatened species in CICHLIDAE
Threatened in Tanzania
Frequently asked questions
Why is Orthochromis kasuluensis classified as Endangered?
Orthochromis kasuluensis is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Orthochromis kasuluensis live?
Orthochromis kasuluensis occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Orthochromis kasuluensis?
The main threats to Orthochromis kasuluensis are 2.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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