| Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Geophaginae |
| 5.27 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater |
| South America: Peru. |
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Distinguished from all other species of Apistogramma by the combination of the following characters: 5 complete, intense vertical bars; a narrow lateral band; distinct spots on the back; small and mostly round caudal peduncle; a round, in males red marginated, caudal fin; extremely prolonged lappets of, especially, the prior part of the dorsal fin of males; distinct anal spot and only during breeding care, broadened distal part of the suborbital stripe of females (Ref. 55328). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 April 2014 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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