| Family: |
Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae |
| Max. size: |
15.3 cm SL (male/unsexed); 11.8 cm SL (female) |
| Environment: |
pelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
South America: Argentina. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
The arroyo Piray-Miní, the type and only-known locality, has clear and rapidly flowing water; depth is variable, 0.20 to 1.40 m, and the bottom consists of mud, sand, and mostly stones, with some areas having scarce submerged vegetation (Ref. 84540). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 22 November 2020 (B1ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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