Ecological Risk Screening Summary - Cichla melaniae (a fish, no common name) - Uncertain Risk

Species that are considered uncertain risk need a more in-depth assessment beyond the Risk Summary to better define the species’ risk to U.S. environments. This additional information will help inform decisions on where, when, and how the species may be used to minimize risks of them becoming invasive.

Cichla melaniae is a freshwater fish native to Brazil, where it is restricted to the Lower Rio Xingu drainage. The history of invasiveness is uncertain. It has not been reported as introduced or established anywhere in the world other than its native range nor is there any indication that this species is found in trade. The climate match for the contiguous United States was low, with each State scoring low individual climate matches. The certainty of assessment is low. The overall risk assessment category is uncertain.