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Convict Cichlid
About Convict Cichlid
The Convict Cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata) is commonly known as the zebra cichlid because its body pattern and color are similar to zebra animals. This freshwater fish prefers running water and can tolerate cold water. This unique fish has an omnivorous diet, such as plants, algae, and worms.
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Common Name
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Black Convict Cichlid, Zebra Cichlid
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Amatitlania nigrofasciata
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Species
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Amatitlania nigrofasciata
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Genus
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Amatitlania
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Family
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Cichlidae
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SubOrder
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Characoidei
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Order
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Cichliformes
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Class
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Actinopterygii
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Convict Cichlid |
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Color
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Black
Grey
Silver
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Pattern
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Striped
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Characteristics
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Dorsal Fins
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Tank Level
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Middle |
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Min Height
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4 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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6 Inches or 1 meters |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Infrared Vision
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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medium |
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Temperature
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75°F to 82°F |
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Substrate
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Sand
Fine Gravel
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Minimum Tank Size
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20 gallons |
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pH
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7.0 to 8.0 |
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Convict Cichlid including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Omnivores
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Temperament
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Sociable
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Modes of Locomotion
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Swimming
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Energy Level
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High Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Convict Cichlid. |
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Lifespan
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10 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Aquatic |
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Ecosystem
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Freshwater
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Country
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El Salvador
Guatemala
Honduras
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