Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
20 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5; dH range: 10 - 30 |
Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Grijalva and Usumacinta drainages in Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. |
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Inhabits moderate flowing waters of the middle and upper river valleys. Occurs in small groups, usually 10-30, staying relatively close to large rock formations. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 05 February 2019 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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