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Andinoacara latifrons (Steindachner, 1878) Platinum acara |
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| Family: | Cichlidae (Cichlids), subfamily: Cichlasomatinae | |||
| Max. size: | 20 cm SL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 326.8 g | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 6 | |||
| Distribution: | South America: Magdalena, Atrato, Sinú, and San Juan River basins in Colombia. | |||
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| Biology: | In swamps and lakes; can be very abundant; not esteemed as food fish (Ref. 40602). Both parents defend eggs and larvae (Ref. 40602). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2014 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||