| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
| Max. size: |
13 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7; dH range: 10 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Pacific slope of Costa Rica (Térraba River) to Panama (Chiriqui River). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits rocky and sandy stream usually with moderate to fast flowing water and between 20-400 meters elevation. Feeds upon aufwuchs and invertebrates as well as various aquatic insects. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 24 July 2019 (B1ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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