Millet
📖 Overview
Millet (Crenicichla alta), first described by Eigenmann, 1912 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 16.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.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 Millet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Millet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.2 - ? ; dH range: 1 - ?. Tropical; 24°C - 27°C South America: Amazon River basin, in the Branco River basin, Brazil; Essequibo River basin, Guyana.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Millet |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Jacundá |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Millet.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 25 records indexed .
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