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Chuco intermedium (Günther, 1862) Northern checkmark cichlid |
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| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae | |||
| Max. size: | 20 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5; dH range: 10 - 30 | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Grijalva and Usumacinta drainages in Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. | |||
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| Biology: | 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. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 05 February 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||