Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
Max. size: |
10 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
South America: Essequibo River basin, Guyana. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
In fast-flowing 'blackwater' streams (Ref. 40602). Both parents defend eggs and larvae (Ref. 40602). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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