Amphilophus Tolteca
📖 Overview
Amphilophus Tolteca (Amphilophus tolteca), first described by Recknagel, Kusche, Elmer & Meyer, 2013 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 15.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Vulnerable.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cichlidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 13; Anal spines: 6 - 8; Anal soft rays: 8 - 10. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Amphilophus Tolteca is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical Central America: restricted to crater Lake Asososca Managua, Managua in Nicaragua.
🌿 Ecology
fish, snails, insects, plants, seeds and algae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Amphilophus Tolteca.
🔍 Similar Species
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