| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
| Max. size: |
8 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Atlantic slope, in Costa Rica and Panama, from Estrella River to Cuarumo River. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Most abundant in rivers and creeks in waters or little current, found between 40 and 150 m elevation. Feeds on plant detritus and ooze (Ref. 36880). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 07 November 2019 (B1ab(iii,v)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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