Where Does Red Terror Cichlid Live?

Red Terror Cichlid lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Red Terror Cichlid

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths of rivers and lakes, often near rocky areas or submerged vegetation.

Environment

Native to fast-flowing rivers and clear-water lakes. Prefers areas with plenty of cover in the form of rocks, submerged logs, and dense vegetation. The substrate is usually sand or gravel.

Geographic range

Endemic to the Pacific slope of Ecuador and Peru, specifically in the Esmeraldas River basin in Ecuador and extending south into northwestern Peru.

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