Where Does Keyhole Cichlid Live?

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

Where to find Keyhole Cichlid

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow, slow-moving waters.

Environment

Prefers blackwater or clearwater rivers, streams, and associated floodplains. They are often found among submerged roots, leaf litter, and dense vegetation, providing ample hiding places. The substrate is usually soft, composed of sand or fine gravel.

Geographic range

Native to South America, specifically the coastal drainages of Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana, including the Maroni River basin (from which its specific epithet 'maronii' is derived) and the Essequibo River basin.

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