Amphilophus citrinellus (Amphilophus citrinelus)

Variable behavior. It is yellow with fins that go to the transparent at their ends. It is encountered in the rocky areas of the Great Lakes.

Amphilophus citrinellus fish, also known as Midas Cichlid, is a freshwater fish from clear and fast waters of rivers and central America, in particular Nicaragua and Costa Rica. It is characterized by its bright color and large size, up to 30 centimeters in length for a weight of more than 1 kilogram.

Amphilophus citrinelus fish has a robust and laterally compressed body, with a wide head and a protractile mouth with strong and sharp teeth. Its skin is covered with smooth and shiny scales, and its color generally varies between lemon yellow and bright orange, with a dark strip that crosses the middle of its body and darker spots on the head and fins.

Amphilophus citrinellus fish is an omnivorous predator that feeds mainly on small fish, crustaceans and molluscs, but it can also consume algae and other aquatic plants. He lives in hierarchical groups in well -defined territories and reproduces in a very organized way, with males building nests in which females deposit their eggs before males take care of the incubation and protection of young people.

Amphilophus citrinellus fish is a very popular animal in the aquarophilia and is often appreciated for its beauty and unique personality. However, it can be aggressive towards other species of fish and must therefore be kept in a well -appointed aquarium with enough space and hiding places to avoid conflicts. Due to its impact on natural ecosystems, it is also important to ensure that it is not released in wild waters.

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