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Cichliformes (Cichlids, convict blennies) >
Cichlidae (Cichlids) > Geophaginae
Etymology: Apistogramma: Greek, apisto = uncertain + Greek, gramma = graphic signal (Ref. 45335); alacrina: Named with reference to the dark lining of the pectoral fin base, resembling dark hair (Latin 'crinis') extending from an armpit (Latin 'ala', 'axilla')..
More on author: Kullander.