| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
| Max. size: |
30 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.80000019073486 - 8; dH range: 4 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Atlantic slope, from the Escondido River (Nicaragua) to the Cricamola River (Panama). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits moderate to fast flowing waters of rivers with high velocity. Feeds on aquatic plants, algae, and fruits. Juveniles are partial to aquatic insects (Ref. 7335). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 June 2019 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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