Emerald cichlid
📖 Overview
Emerald cichlid (Hypselecara temporalis), first described by Günther, 1862 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 primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. 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 Emerald cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Emerald cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mature males have a well developed frontal hump. Spawning occurs in holes dug in the substrate and both parents watch over their eggs and alevins .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.0 - 7.5; dH range: 0.30000001192093 - 20. Tropical; 25°C - 30°C South America: Amazon River basin, in the Ucayali and Amazon River drainages in Peru, the Amazonas River drainage in Colombia, the Solimôes-Amazon River in Brazil, east to Cametá, also rivers of Amapá, Brazil, and the Oyapock River basin in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acara crassa | Steindachner | 1875 | Synonym |
| Cichlasoma crassum | Steindachner | 1875 | Synonym |
| Cichlasoma hellabrunni | Ladiges | 1942 | Synonym |
| Cichlasoma temporale | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
| Heros goeldii | Boulenger | 1897 | Synonym |
| Heros temporalis | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Emerald cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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