Thorichthys maculipinnis (Steindachner, 1864)
Thorichthys maculipinnis
photo by DATZ

Family:  Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae
Max. size:  15 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7 - 8.5; dH range: 8
Distribution:  Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Papaloapán River basin, Mexico.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits lower and middle river valleys over sandy and rocky substrate.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 August 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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