Corumba cichlid (Apistogramma commbrae)

Scientific name: Apistogramma commbrae Regan, 1906

The Corumba cichlid (Apistogramma commbrae) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 23–28°C (73–82°F). Native range: South America, Paraguay River basin, middle Paran? River basin in Argentina, and the Uruguay River basin.

Corumba cichlid care at a glance

Temperature: 23–28°C (73–82°F)

Biology

Eggs are deposited on the ceiling of caves and are tendered primarily by the female parent.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Apistogramma commbrae
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 3.3
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: ? - 7.0; dH range: 10 - 2060 benthopelagic
Climate: Subtropical
Distribution: South America: Paraguay River basin, middle Paran? River basin in Argentina, and the Uruguay River basin.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Low, minimum population doubling time 4.5 - 14 years (Fec=80)