Cara Mengidentifikasi Convict Cichlid

Untuk mengidentifikasi Convict Cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata), perhatikan ciri-ciri utama berikut.

Ciri Fisik

Bentuk tubuh

compressed

Warna

The base body color ranges from greyish-blue to pinkish-white, overlaid with 8-9 prominent vertical black bars extending from the dorsal fin to the ventral side. Males are generally larger and may develop a nuchal hump (fatty lump on the forehead) with age. Females are often smaller, more intensely colored, and may display an orange or yellow patch on the dorsal fin and flanks, especially when breeding.

Jenis sisik

ctenoid

Posisi mulut

terminal

Ciri khas

8-9 prominent vertical black bars on the body, Sexual dimorphism: males larger, nuchal hump; females smaller, brighter coloration (especially orange/yellow on dorsal fin/flanks) when breeding, Pointed dorsal and anal fins

Sirip punggung

Long, continuous, and pointed, extending almost the entire length of the back. Typically has 16-18 spines and 8-10 soft rays.

Sirip ekor

Rounded to slightly truncate caudal fin.

Sirip dada

Relatively small and clear.

Sirip khas

Anal fin is also pointed, similar in shape to the dorsal fin, with 6-8 spines and 6-7 soft rays.

Tips Identifikasi

1. 1

   Body Pattern

   Look for the characteristic 8-9 distinct vertical black bars on a greyish-blue to pinkish-white body. This is the most defining feature.

2. 2

   Size and Shape

   Adults typically reach 10-12 cm (4-5 inches) in length. They have a moderately compressed, oval-shaped body.

3. 3

   Sexual Dimorphism

   Males are generally larger and may develop a nuchal hump. Females are often smaller, with more intense coloration, particularly an orange or yellow patch on the dorsal fin and flanks, especially when ready to breed.

4. 4

   Fin Shape

   Both dorsal and anal fins are pointed.

Jelajahi Convict Cichlid