Description
Also known as Firehead Cichlid, Flowerhorn Cichlid, Pastel Cichlid, Quetzel Cichlid.
Found in brackish waters, of lakes and lower river valleys.
They feed on benthic algae, crustaceans, debris, and weeds.
Length - 35cm
Depth - ?m
Widespread Central America
A freshwater fish often seen in the aquarium trade.
These fish brood their eggs in their mouths to protect their young. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/Vieja-melanura.html
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