Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
19 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7; dH range: 10 - 20 |
Central America: Atlantic slope of Mexico and Guatemala (Usumacinta, Sarstun and Dulce River basins). |
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Occurs only in fast moving water of the rocky upper river valleys. Feeds on aufwuchs, from which it gets nourishment from algae and invertebrates. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 March 2018 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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