Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid
📖 Overview
Maximum length is 6.0 cm TL . Eggs are deposited on the ceiling of caves and are tendered by the female parent .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
30-50 eggs are attached to the ceiling of caves, female cares for eggs and larvae .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.0 - 6.0; dH range: 6 - 10. Tropical; 22°C - 29°C South America: Uaupés River basin, Amazon River basin in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid · Meinkens Dwarf Cichlid · Tefe Apisto |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | raitapyrstökääpiöahven |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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