| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
| Max. size: |
20 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; brackish; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: 3 - 14 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Atlantic slope of southeastern Mexico and northern Guatemala. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits lakes and lower river valley. Tolerates brackish water. Feeds on both aquatic and terrestrial plants which line the river banks. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 27 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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