Butterfly cichlid
Hypsophrys nicaraguensis
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Freshwater
Longueur maximale
16,5 cm
Famille
Overview
Butterfly cichlid (Hypsophrys nicaraguensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae (Cichlids), in the order Cichliformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Famille | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Espèces | Hypsophrys nicaraguensis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Butterfly cichlid get?
Butterfly cichlid can grow up to 16.5 cm long.
What family does Butterfly cichlid belong to?
Butterfly cichlid (Hypsophrys nicaraguensis) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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