| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
| 20 cm SL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 326.8 g |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 6 |
| South America: Magdalena, Atrato, Sinú, and San Juan River basins in Colombia. |
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| In swamps and lakes; can be very abundant; not esteemed as food fish (Ref. 40602). Both parents defend eggs and larvae (Ref. 40602). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2014 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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