haitian cichlid
| Scientific name | Nandopsis haitiensis |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Tee-Van |
| Year of description | 1935 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Genus | Nandopsis |
Introduction
Nandopsis haitiensis, commonly known as haitian cichlid, is a fresh water fish from the Central America.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
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Longevity12 year
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
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Longevity12 year
How to recognize the haitian cichlid ?
The haitian cichlid measures between 20 and 25 cm.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving as a couple
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The haitian cichlid hunts in the stalk and is one of the predators of its biotope. Opportunistic, it does not hesitate to attack any smaller animal nearby.
The haitian cichlid is a fish living as a couple naturally found near the bottom. This species is carnivorous . Naturally, it tends to dig into the sand and transform its environment.
The haitian cichlid is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert
The haitian cichlid is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature24 - 30 °C
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pH (acidity)7.2 - 8
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gh (hardness)6 - 16
Biotope presentation
This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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