Apistogramma wapisana Römer, Hahn & Conrad, 2006

Family:  Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Geophaginae
Max. size:  2.8 cm SL (male/unsexed); 2.91 cm SL (female)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 6
Distribution:  South America: Brazil.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 14-16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5-6; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 4-6
Biology:  Prefers smaller, muddy steams, influenced by whitewater with a thick layer of leaf liter and medium to comparatively high water temperatures (Ref. 57916).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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