Chortiheros Wesseli
📖 Overview
Chortiheros Wesseli (Chortiheros wesseli), first described by Miller, 1996 is a small fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 8.00 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 Vulnerable.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 Chortiheros Wesseli is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chortiheros Wesseli is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Papaloteca River basin, Honduras.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theraps wesseli | Miller | 1996 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chortiheros Wesseli.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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