Pleasant cichlid
📖 Overview
Pleasant cichlid (Apistogramma amoena), first described by Cope, 1872 is a small fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 6.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pleasant cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pleasant cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male guards a relatively large territory, within this area a number of females occupy smaller territories. Male courts and mates with each female. Females lay eggs on the roof of the cave and tend them. Eggs hatch in 3 to 4 days and the fry are guarded for a time by the females .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Rio Amazonas basin in Peru (Río Ampiyacu).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geophagus amoenus | Cope | 1872 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pleasant cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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