Cahabón toothcarp
📖 Overview
Cahabón toothcarp (Pseudoxiphophorus litoperas) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.8 cm. With a trophic level of 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 Cahabón toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cahabón toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical Central America: Polochic River basin, including both Polochic River and Cahabón River as far as streams flowing into Izabal Lake in Alta Verapaz and Izaba, Guatemala.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cahabón toothcarp.
🔍 Similar Species
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