Lateral striped pike cichlid
📖 Overview
Lateral striped pike cichlid (Crenicichla vittata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 31 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Lateral striped pike cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lateral striped pike cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Lateral striped pike cichlid is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Lateral striped pike cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: ? - 8.2; dH range: ? - 8. Tropical; 24°C - 27°C South America: Paraná River basin, in the Paraguay River in Brazil and Paraguay, and in the Paraná River drainage in Argentina; also in the middle Uruguay River drainage in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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