Blue flash (Thorichthys aureus)

Scientific name: Thorichthys aureus G?nther, 1862

The Blue flash (Thorichthys aureus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–28°C (75–82°F). Native range: Central America, Atlantic slope from Belize (Golden Creek) to Honduras (Motagua River basin).

Blue flash care at a glance

Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)

Biology

Inhabits warm lakes and lagoons but prefers the lower and middle sections rivers. Limited number of population exists in the upper riverine sections.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Thorichthys aureus
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 15.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.5 - ?; dH range: 2 - 15 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize (Golden Creek) to Honduras (Motagua River basin).
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)