Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
Max. size: |
12 cm TL (male/unsexed); 8 cm TL (female) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize to Nicaragua. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits lakes and rivers, preferring the shallows and bank areas. Found over sand, mud and rock bottoms and prefers the slower moving waters of the lower river valleys (Ref. 7335). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 17 January 2020 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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