Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Geophaginae |
Max. size: |
3.5 cm SL (male/unsexed); 4.5 cm (female) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5 - 6; dH range: 6 - 10 |
Distribution: |
South America: Uaupés River basin, Amazon River basin in Brazil. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Maximum length is 6.0 cm TL (Ref. 12251). Eggs are deposited on the ceiling of caves and are tendered by the female parent (Ref. 47893). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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