The Three Spot Cichlid is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive three dark spots along its body. It typically reaches up to 15 inches in length and weighs around 2-3 pounds. Inhabiting Central American rivers and lakes, it thrives in warm, slow-moving waters. This omnivorous species feeds on plants, insects, and small fish, exhibiting territorial and aggressive behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Three spot cichlid
8 in · 1 lb


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