Apistogramma Huascar
📖 Overview
Apistogramma Huascar (Apistogramma huascar) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 7; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 7.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Apistogramma Huascar is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical South America: description based on aquarium specimens likely from Northwest Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Apistogramma Huascar.
🔍 Similar Species
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