Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
12 cm TL (male/unsexed); 8 cm TL (female) |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize to Nicaragua. |
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Inhabits lakes and rivers, preferring the shallows and bank areas. Found over sand, mud and rock bottoms and prefers the slower moving waters of the lower river valleys (Ref. 7335). |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 17 January 2020 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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