Thorichthys pasionis (Rivas, 1962) Blackgullet cichlid |
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Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae | |||
Max. size: | 17 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 8 - 9; dH range: 5 | |||
Distribution: | Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Usumacinta River drainage in Mexico and Guatemala. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits both rivers and lakes with softer substrate. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 August 2018 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |