CR

Stomatepia pindu

Unknown

Overview

The pindu is a critically endangered species of cichlid endemic to Lake Barombi Mbo in western Cameroon.

Stomatepia pindu faces severe threats from habitat degradation in Lake Barombi Mbo, Cameroon, where agricultural runoff and sedimentation are altering water chemistry and reducing clarity. The species' extremely restricted range makes it vulnerable to any environmental changes in this single crater lake. Introduced species and potential overfishing pose additional risks to this endemic cichlid's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Stomatepia pindu is endemic to Lake Barombi Mbo, a small volcanic crater lake in southwestern Cameroon. This cichlid inhabits the shallow, rocky littoral zones of the lake where it feeds on algae and small invertebrates.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Stomatepia pindu classified as Critically Endangered?
Stomatepia pindu is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Stomatepia pindu faces severe threats from habitat degradation in Lake Barombi Mbo, Cameroon, where agricultural runoff and sedimentation are altering water chemistry and reducing clarity. The species' extremely restricted range makes it vulnerable to any environmental changes in this single crater lake. Introduced species and potential overfishing pose additional risks to this endemic cichlid's survival.
Where does Stomatepia pindu live?
Stomatepia pindu occurs in Cameroon, and United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Stomatepia pindu?
The main threats to Stomatepia pindu are 1.2, 2.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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