Northern checkmark cichlid
📖 Overview
Inhabits moderate flowing waters of the middle and upper river valleys. Occurs in small groups, usually 10-30, staying relatively close to large rock formations.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Northern checkmark cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Northern checkmark cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - ? ; dH range: 10 - 30. Tropical; 26°C - 30°C Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Grijalva and Usumacinta drainages in Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acara rectangularis | Steindachner | 1864 | Synonym |
| Chuco intermedium | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
| Cichlasoma intermedium | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
| Heros angulifer | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
| Heros intermedius | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
| Heros rectangulare | Steindachner | 1864 | Synonym |
| Vieja intermedia | Günther | 1862 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Northern checkmark cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 65 records indexed .
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