Chisel-tooth cichlid
📖 Overview
Chisel-tooth cichlid (Cincelichthys bocourti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Chisel-tooth cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chisel-tooth cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 26°C - 28°C Central America: Atlantic slope of Guatemala and Belize.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Chisel-tooth Cichlid |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | kultakirjoahven |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Mojarra · Mojarra de Oro · Mojarra Dorado |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cichlasoma bocourti | Vaillant & Pellegrin | 1902 | Synonym |
| Herichthys bocourti | Vaillant & Pellegrin | 1902 | Synonym |
| Neetroplus bocourti | Vaillant & Pellegrin | 1902 | Synonym |
| Theraps bocourti | Vaillant & Pellegrini | 1902 | Synonym |
| Vieja boucourti | Vaillant & Pellegrin | 1902 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chisel-tooth cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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