Tuba Cichlid
📖 Overview
Inhabits moderate to fast flowing waters of rivers with high velocity. Feeds on aquatic plants, algae, and fruits. Juveniles are partial to aquatic insects .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tuba Cichlid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tuba Cichlid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.8 - 8.0; dH range: 4 - ?. Tropical; 23°C - 33°C Central America: Atlantic slope, from the Escondido River (Nicaragua) to the Cricamola River (Panama).
🌿 Ecology
aquatic plants, algae, and fruits
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Tuba Cichlid |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | tuubakirjoahven |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Moga · Moga Verde · Tuba · Vieja |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cichlasoma tuba | Meek | 1912 | Synonym |
| Theraps underwoodi | Regan | 1908 | Synonym |
| Tomocichla underwoodi | Regan | 1908 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tuba Cichlid.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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