Where Does Convict Cichlid Live?
Amatitlania nigrofasciata
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Where to find Convict Cichlid
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the banks of rivers and lakes.
- Environment
- Native to Central American rivers and lakes, particularly in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. They inhabit areas with rocky substrates, submerged wood, and dense vegetation, providing ample hiding and breeding sites. They are highly adaptable and can tolerate a range of water conditions, including slightly brackish water in some estuaries.
- Geographic range
- Central America, from Guatemala to Costa Rica. Introduced populations exist in various parts of the world due to aquarium releases.
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