| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
| Max. size: |
12 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7 - 8; dH range: 9 - 20 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Atlantic slope, upper Tulija River in the Usumacinta River drainage, Mexico. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
A current-loving fish which prefers the montane habitat. Feeds upon aufwuchs and the encrusted invertebrates (mostly small crustaceans). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 17 December 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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