Tamasopo cichlid
📖 Overview
Occurs in hard, clear waters with pH 7.8-8.3, over rock substrate. Found syntopic with Nosferatu pame, N. steindachneri, Xiphophorus montezumae, Gambusia panuco, and Astyanax mexicanus among other fish species .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tamasopo cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tamasopo cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Both parents tend the clutch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.8 - 8.3. Subtropical North America: Atlantic slope, in the Tamasopo River of Panuco River basin, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cichlasoma tamasopoensis | Artigas Azas | 1993 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tamasopo cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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