| 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)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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