Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Geophaginae |
Max. size: |
3.87 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 10; dH range: 10 |
Distribution: |
South America: Amazon River basin, in the Madeira River drainage near Huamitá, Brazil. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
The males have pointed fins while the females' are rounded (Ref. 12251). Eggs are deposited on the ceiling of caves and are tendered by the female parent (Ref. 47893). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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