The Eartheater cichlid is a freshwater fish known for its unique feeding behavior of sifting through substrate. It has an elongated body with vibrant colors and distinctive fin patterns. Typically reaching up to 8 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it inhabits slow-moving rivers and streams. Its diet consists mainly of detritus, insects, and small invertebrates. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Eartheater cichlid
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Eartheater cichlid
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