Inhabits moderate flowing waters of the middle and upper river valleys. Occurs in small groups, usually 10-30, staying relatively close to large rock formations.
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Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - ? ; dH range: 10 - 30. Tropical; 26°C - 30°C Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Grijalva and Usumacinta drainages in Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.
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