| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Geophaginae |
| Max. size: |
4.89 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
South America: Rio Napo system, Ecuador. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 14-16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6-8; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 7-8. Distinguished from congeners by the combination of the following characters: seven to eight horizontal rows of mostly triangular black spots along sides; rounded caudal fin, horizontally
split spot on caudal base in males; straight, narrow cheek stripe, and body more high-backed
compared to similar species. |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 26 October 2020 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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