Cryptoheros spilurus (Günther, 1862)
Blue-eye cichlid
Cryptoheros spilurus
photo by DATZ

Family:  Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlinae
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed); 8 cm TL (female)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize to Nicaragua.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits lakes and rivers, preferring the shallows and bank areas. Found over sand, mud and rock bottoms and prefers the slower moving waters of the lower river valleys (Ref. 7335).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 17 January 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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