Spotted Dwarf Cichlid
📖 Overview
Spotted Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma piauiensis), first described by Kullander, 1980 is a tiny fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 2.30 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. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cichlidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Spotted Dwarf Cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotted Dwarf Cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are attached tot the ceiling of caves, female cares for eggs and larvae .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.5 - 6.5; dH range: 2 - 10. Tropical; 20°C - 29°C South America: Parnaíba River basin, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Spotted Dwarf Cichlid |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | kirjokääpiöahven |
| 🌍NOB | Spettet dvergciklide |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Carazinho |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Spotted Dwarf Cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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