Blue dwarf cichlid
📖 Overview
Blue dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma eremnopyge) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 6 - 7; Vertebrae: 25. Presence of prominent dark blotch on the lower caudal peduncle, present in both males and females; narrow lateral band; absence of lateral spot; presence of caudal spot; four dentary lateralis openings; two post-lachrymal infraorbital lateralis openings; males with produced anterior dorsal fin lappets, produced rays dorsally and ventrally in caudal fin .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blue dwarf cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blue dwarf cichlid is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Blue dwarf cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Rio Pintuyacu, a tributary of the Rio Itaya in Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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