Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
Max. size: |
17.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
North America: Atlantic slope, endemic to Cuatro Cienegas, Mexico. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Aquarium conditions: pH=8, H=50, 24°C water temperature, omnivore, egg layer, needs plant and rock cover, not easy to raise in tanks. Feeds on snails and small fishes (Ref. 7335). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 19 October 2018 (B1ab(iii,v)) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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