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Cryptoheros spilurus (Günther, 1862) Blue-eye cichlid |
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| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed); 8 cm TL (female) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize to Nicaragua. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits lakes and rivers, preferring the shallows and bank areas. Found over sand, mud and rock bottoms and prefers the slower moving waters of the lower river valleys (Ref. 7335). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 17 January 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||