Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
Max. size: |
30 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 8; dH range: 3 - 5 |
Distribution: |
Central America: Pacific slope of Mexico. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Males develop massive nuchal humps during breeding season. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 05 September 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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