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Theraps irregularis Günther, 1862 Arroyo cichlid |
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| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae | |||
| Max. size: | 19 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7; dH range: 10 - 20 | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Atlantic slope of Mexico and Guatemala (Usumacinta, Sarstun and Dulce River basins). | |||
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| Biology: | Occurs only in fast moving water of the rocky upper river valleys. Feeds on aufwuchs, from which it gets nourishment from algae and invertebrates. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 March 2018 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||