| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
| 14.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 8; dH range: 1.5 - 8 |
| Central America: Atlantic slope of Panama and Pacific slope of Costa Rica (Coto River). |
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| Inhabits stagnant waters as well as shallow waters of smaller rivers with organic material and low velocity. Abundant in creeks with much organic matter but also resides in the shallow waters of rivers (Ref. 36880). Feeds on aquatic insects. Forms small groups on the river bottoms. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2019 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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Recorded from this country (Ref. 12251). Occurrence of the species in this country not confirmed (Ref. 36377). |
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