Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
8 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Central America: Atlantic slope, in Costa Rica and Panama, from Estrella River to Cuarumo River. |
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Most abundant in rivers and creeks in waters or little current, found between 40 and 150 m elevation. Feeds on plant detritus and ooze (Ref. 36880). |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 07 November 2019 (B1ab(iii,v)) Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Type locality: Río Cocolis, trib. of Río Sixaola, 3.5 km southeast of Shiroles, on Bratsí-Shiroles road, Limón Prov. |
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