| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae |
| 13.7 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; pH range: 5 - 8; dH range: 0 - 12 |
| South America: eastern Amazon River, lower reaches of Amazon River and affluents east of the confluence of the Negro and Solimões Rivers. |
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| In deep, rocky areas in crevices and among roots. Normally in schools, but territorial during breeding season. Feeds on insect larvae, insects, and planktonic invertebrates. Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; keep pairs in small tanks for breeding; minimum aquarium size 120 cm (Ref. 51539). |
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Not Evaluated
(Ref. 96402)
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| harmless |
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